Benjamin W. Wong

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Benjamin W. Wong

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 25 years

Residential real estate Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Residential, Estate Planning, Commercial ... +3 more

2615 North Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, IL

About Benjamin

Biography

"...highly competent and very dependable....personally a pleasure to work with."

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Residential Real Estate 40%

Our firm represents individuals in all proceedings and transactions that deal with real property-land and the structures attached to it-including purchase and sale, construction, mortgages and foreclosures, condominium and more.

25 years

40%
Estate Planning 25%

Our firm handles Estate Planning matters which is the area dealing with the distribution of an individual's property at his or her death, taking into account wills, taxes, insurance, property, and trusts so as to gain maximum benefit of all laws.

25 years

25%
Business 10%

There are three principal kinds of business structures: the sole proprietorship, the partnership, and the corporation. Call today to discuss your business needs further.

25 years

10%
Commercial Real Estate 10%

Our firm represents commercial client in all proceedings and transactions that deal with real property-land and the structures attached to it-including purchase and sale, construction, mortgages and foreclosures, condominium and more.

25 years

10%
Probate 10%

Probate is the court proceeding through which a will is proved to be valid and the estate of a decedent is administered. The process, generally, includes collecting a decedent's assets, liquidating liabilities, paying necessary taxes, and more.

25 years

10%
Corporate and Incorporation 5%

There are advantages and disadvantages to each of the legal forms of business you may choose. As an entrepreneur you must examine all of the characteristics and consult a knowledgeable legal professional when considering the formation.

25 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 25 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2000

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Benjamin W. Wong

2615 North Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60614-1485

bwwalaw.com

Benjamin W. Wong's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

5 star (20) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Anthony | December 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Reliable, professional, and a pleasure to work with

Ben provided steady professional guidance through a tumultuous first-time home buying process for my partner and me. He was responsive, patient and professional in working with us, the lender, and the seller, and kept the process moving forward at a difficult time. Ben even took the time to teach us ...important parts about the process, and prepare us for being homeowners. Highly recommended, thanks!

Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing service

Ben is an amazing attorney that assisted with the sale of our home and was on top of all the requests made by myself and our agent. He handled our sale as if it was the only one with great attention to detail despite the busy time and all the other clients he was dealing with. Will definitely keep h...im In mind for future needs !! Thank you !

Posted by Helen | May 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very responsive and knowledgeable!

Ben was our attorney for buying our home and selling 2 of our homes. We kept going back to him because we received excellent services from him each time. He was always responsive and get what he needs to do right away. He always gave us valuable advice and helped us through negotiations.

Posted by Mike | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional & responsive

Ben was our real estate attorney during the two-month purchase process of our new home. He was knowledgeable and consistently prompt in responding to questions. He provided solid advice prior to closing when our loan consultant didn't respond. Highly recommended.

Posted by Stephen | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very satisfied

We relied on Ben's guidance in buying and selling properties, and were greatly pleased in how he kept us up to date, worked through small problems and helped us to trouble-free closings.

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Benjamin W. Wong's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael McDonough

Real estate lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Benjamin

Residential real estate lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Burr

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ben Wong is one of those people who just inspire confidence when you meet them. He's dedicated, skillful, and trustworthy. I highly recommend him for your estate planning needs. You can put your faith in him to handle whatever you need."

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Charmaine Vivar

Residential real estate lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I thoroughly endorse Ben for his diligent and ethical representation of all his clients. His knowledge of real estate matters is second to none and his ethics entirely in place. Further, his casual and friendly personality lessens the stress of doing business. What a great attorney to work with!"

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Phouthasone Thoummavong

Real estate lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked under Benjamin Wong as a real estate attorney for over four years. Ben is one of the most professional and courteous attorneys I have had the privilege of working for. Ben does an excellent job of catering to his clients’ needs and is excellent at making, not only his clients, but all parties involved feel comfortable and confident that all legal issues will be resolved to the satisfaction of all parties. I have seen Ben go above and beyond his duties as attorney to make a real estate closing go as smoothly as possible. Ben’s extensive network of real estate agents and client referrals are a testament to the experience and expertise he brings to the closing table. I would recommend Benjamin Wong to handle all my clients’ real estate and other legal needs with the highest of confidence."

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Alexander Rozman

Real estate lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Benjamin Wong is an experienced hard-working professional who has always diligently represented all of my real estate and estate planning clients. Each of my referred clients always had positive feedback on Attorney Wong's professionalism and quality of representation. Ben always explains all legal, business, and practical aspects of a legal issue to help clients make informed decisions. He is well-organized and methodical in his approach. I have always trusted Ben's honesty, integrity and professionalism and highly recommend him."

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Gregg Odway

Residential real estate lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ben for approximately five years and I know that a substantial part of his practice is in the area of residential real estate. He is a very detail-oriented attorney with a good sense of the precision required for real estate work. Ben is a very conscientious, concerned attorney who acts with integrity on behalf of his clients and the legal profession as a whole. He is a true asset to the legal profession."

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Kevin Benjamin

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Michael Burr

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Charmaine Vivar

Business lawyer

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Alexander Rozman

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Outstanding Leadership Award, Skinner North Classical School

2008

Bob Best Award, S.I.L.L.

Work Experience

2004 - Present

President, Benjamin W. Wong & Associates, Ltd.

2002 - 2004

Partner, Rozman & Wong, LLC

2000 - 2001

Associate, Horwood Marcus & Berk, Chartered

1998 - 1999

Tax Associate, Deloitte & Touche Tax Technologies, LLC

Associations

2023 - Present

Lane Tech High School Local School Council

President

2020 - Present

Chicago Chess Foundation, NFP

Vice President

2016 - Present

Lane Tech Local School Council

Board Member

2000 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

Admitted to Practice

2000 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinoisthern Bankruptcy Court

Admitted to Practice

2017 - 2020

Chicago Chess Foundation, NFP

President

2010 - 2012

Decatur Classical School

Vice Chair

2009 - 2010

Debt Advisory Alliance

Loan Modification Specialist

2008 - 2012

Decatur Classical School

Parent Representative

2006 - 2007

West Loop LeTip

Secretary

2005 - 2020

Chicago Bar Association

Expert Panelist - Real Estate - The Basics and Beyond

2000 - 2009

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2000 - 2007

American Bar Association

Member

1998 - 1999

Illinois State Bar Association

Representative - Student Liason

1997 - 1999

Chicago-Kent Student Bar Association

Representative

Sample of Legal Cases

ACCURATE INDUSTRIES COMPLETE STEAMBATH AND SAUNA HEATERS v. DEMITRIOUS ROUMBOS ET AL. 02 CH 17306

Plaintiff's Motion for Temporary Restraining Order and Preliminary Injunction Denied

PLESCHOURT V. CAMPBELL, 2010 M1 703069

Won $50,000 judgment for client in forcible entry and detainer case

ESTATE OF BERTHA KARTSOUNES, 04 P 700

Saved the estate over $75,000 from successfully negotiating a reduced amount with the Department of Public Aid

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Education

2000

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

LL.M - Master of Laws

1999

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2017

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2016

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2015

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2014

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2013

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2012

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2011

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2010

Chicago Bar Association

Real Estate Closings - The Basics and Beyond

2009

Chicago Bar Association

Residential Real Estate Closing: The Basics and Beyond

2008

Starting Your Own Business

Legal Aspects of Starting Your Own Business

2008

Short Sales

Short Sale Seminar

2008

Residential Real Estate Closings

Loan Documents- Purchaser

2008

Money Smart Week

Rescuing Your Home From Foreclosure

2007

Starting Your Own Business

Legal Aspects of Starting Your Own Business

2007

Residential Real Estate Closings

Loan Documents - Purchaser

2006

Starting Your Own Business

Legal Aspects of Starting Your Own Business

2006

Residential Real Estate Closings

Loan Documents - Purchaser

2005

Starting Your Own Business

Legal Aspects of Starting Your Own Business

2005

Residential Real Estate Closings

Loan Documents - Purchaser

Publications

2008

Benjamin W. Wong & Associates Newsletter How to Handle a Short Sale

2008

Benjamin W. Wong & Associates Newsletter Estate Planning pitfalls

2002

Corporate Creations Newsletter Using Limited Liability Companies for Real Estate Investments

2001

The Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives Illinois Job Tax Credit Gives State the 'EDGE' in Relocations and Expansions

2000

The Journal of Multistate Taxation and Incentives Investment Credit Recapture May be Triggered by some Surprising Transactions

Languages

English

Activity

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