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James Brian Sarnoff
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Biography
James Sarnoff has been an attorney with Sarnoff & Baccash since 2003, dedicating his practice to securing favorable property assessments and taxes for property tax clients through the pursuit of equitable fair market values, applicable incentives and reduced tax rates.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Appeals
33%
Real Estate
33%
24 years | 2,000 cases
Tax
33%
24 years | 2,000 cases
Other
1%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 22 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Sarnoff & Baccash
(312) 782-8635
Fax
1 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1920, Chicago, IL, 60602
sarnoffbaccash.com/attorneys/jsarnoff.aspSarnoff & Baccash
Two North La Salle Street, Suite 1000, Chicago, IL, 60602-3907
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Posted by Dan | April 02, 2015 | Real Estate
First-class attorney that always delivers
If you are seeking an attorney for anything pertaining to your residential property, there's simply no one better than Jimmy. On two occasions, Jimmy was successful in reducing my property tax burden substantially, first for my downtown condo, and then for my suburban single-family home. Additional...
Posted by Rob | April 06, 2014 | Business
Highly Recommend Jimmy Sarnoff, Sarnoff & Baccash
I have been working with Sarnoff & Baccash, and specifically Jimmy Sarnoff now for over 5 years. Jimmy and his team have been diligent, responsive, creative, and fair with me in all our business dealings. I would recommend Jimmy and Sarnoff & Baccash without reservation, and I trust them implicitly...
James Brian Sarnoff's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have used Mr. Sarnoff's services a number of times. He has always provided service and results that have exceeded my expectations. I have also personally referred many clients to Mr. Sarnoff and they have also been pleased with the services provided."
Experience
Honors
2018
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2017
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2016
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2015
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2014
Davis, Gidwitz & Glasser Young Leadership Award, Jewish United Fund
2012
36 Under 36, OY! Chicago
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Attorney, Sarnoff & Baccash
1900 - Present
Attorney, Sarnoff & Baccash
Associations
2015 - Present
Institute for Professionals in TaxationMember
2015 - Present
Bryn Mawr Country ClubMember
2015 - Present
National Association of Industrial and Office PropertiesMember
2014 - Present
Standard ClubBoard of Directors
2011 - Present
National Association of Property Tax AttorneysSecretary
American Bar Association
Member
Illinois State Bar Association
Member
Chicago Bar Association
Member
2015 - 2015
Green Acres Country ClubBoard of Directors
2012 - 2013
JUFPresident - Young Leadership Division
2012 - 2018
National Young Leadership CabinetMember
2011 - 2012
JUFCampaign Chair - Young Leadership Division
1998 - 1999
Pi Kappa AlphaPresident
Education
2002
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Syracuse University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
The Chicagoland Cooperator Expo
It's Your Money - Appealing Association Property Taxes
2017
Marcus & Millichap Multifamily Forum Chicago
The Lesser-Known Hot Spots: A Look at Alternative Markets
2015
IPT Annual Conference
Sailing Through the Appeals Process From Coast to Coast
Publications
2017
ABA Property Tax Deskbook
The Property Tax Deskbook - Illinois Property Taxes
2014
Illinois Real Estate Journal
New Five-Year Incentive in Cook County Expands Availability of Property Tax Relief
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers