John Michael Guidos

John Michael Guidos

also known as John Guidos

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 19 years

Real estate Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Personal Injury, Estate Planning ... +4 more

333 S. Wabash Avenue, Suite 2700, Chicago, IL

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Real Estate 30%

20 years

30%
Business 10%

19 years

10%
Elder Law 10%

19 years

10%
Litigation 5%

20 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 100-200 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 5 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2021

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 13 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2012

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 19 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 18 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2007

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

John M Guidos

333 S. Wabash Avenue, Suite 2700, Chicago, IL, 60604

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John Michael Guidos's Reviews

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Posted by Thomas | October 27, 2009

Professional and knowledgeable attorney

I recently had the opportunity to work with Mr. Guidos and was extremely pleased with his work. Mr. Guidos exemplified professionalism and demonstrated solid work ethic. His skills and knowledge were second to none. I would recommend him to any colleague/friend in need of legal assistance.

Posted by Cheryl | September 30, 2009

Timely, responsive, and knowledgeable attorney

John Guidos embodies all of the characteristics of a well-rounded attorney. Educated, professional, assertive, and responsive are just a few of his defining characteristics. He has assisted me as well as many friends and family in complicated legal issues. Given the opportinuty, I would not choose... any other attorney to represent or advise me in a legal situation. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Elizabeth | September 25, 2009

Very Professional

John helped me and my family through a very rough time. I would have my loved ones talk with John about any legal issues.

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2009

Legal Advice

Mr. Guidos worked with me in a professional manner. He always kept me in the loop and was always in constant communication with me. you can cleary see that Mr. Guidos ahs a broad depth of knowledge in many different areas of the law. Mr. Guidos is always professional and courteous and answered all... of my questions to the fullest even if they seemed trivial in nature. i was pleased with the outcome of my experience with Mr. Guidos and would recommend him to anyone for legal issues.

Posted by Judy and John | September 25, 2009

Attorney Guidos is excellent. I highly recommend him.

Attorney Guidos is wonderful to work with. He is very knowledgeable and is very professional. He is also very proactive, always a step ahead. He is probably one of the most sincere people that you'll ever meet. I have complete trust and faith in Attorney Guidos, as he is steadfast and works with ...great diligence. I am more than pleased to have Attorney Guidos represent me and will call him again with my legal needs.

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Kelly Milam

Real estate lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is a professional who has not only the head for detail, but a dynamic personality that engages people and inspires them to collaborate for outstanding results. His understanding of the real estate market is second to none."

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Animesh Ravani

Business lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with John on several mattes as outside counsel for his company. John is extremely qualified and knowledgeable attorney that is able to take into account practical considerations on all matters. I would highly recommend John as an attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Managing Partner, Guidos & Associates Ltd.

2005 - 2013

Associate, Dowd & Dowd Ltd.

Associations

2016 - Present

McHenry County Regional Board of Trustees

Board Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2010 - Present

Willow Creek Community Legal Aid Ministry

Volunteer Attorney

2005 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Bar Association of the District of Columbia

Member

2013 - 2014

Illinois State Bar Association Torts Law Section

Member

2013 - 2014

American Bar Association, Commercial Transportation Litigation Committee

Member

2012 - 2013

Claims & Litigation Management Alliance Transportation Committee

Member

Education

2005

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Purdue University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Premises Liability Primer CLE

Premises Liability

2009

TECH cocktail Contract Law

Publications

2012

Litigation Management Magazine The Use of Judicial Estoppel in a Bankruptcy Setting

Languages

English

Activity

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