Justin Christopher Strane

Justin Christopher Strane

also known as Justin Strane

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Real estate Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Estate Planning, Business

2502 N. Clark St., Suite 236, Chicago, IL

About Justin

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Real Estate 50%

Real estate related legal matters including residential and commercial transactions, lease drafting and negotiations.

16 years

50%
Business 10%

Business transaction services on behalf of business and start-up owners.

16 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 15 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2010

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Front Door Legal LLC

2502 N. Clark St., Suite 236, Chicago, IL, 60614

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Justin Christopher Strane's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Don | December 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Residential

First time home buyer

I was referred to Justin at the start of my home buying process. From the beginning Justin was on top of every question i had and even provided information and insight into questions i didnt know i would have coming up. He was always very attentive as was his assistant Mari. When it came down to c...losing he was on time and explained every detail of the closing which was pretty daunting to me. Highly recommended Justin. If i could give more then 5 starts i would have.

Posted by Nick | March 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Really excellent service - professional, fast, and friendly

As a new home owner, I started the process somewhat unsure of what yo expect. Justin walked me through every step of the process and always stayed very patient and professional. For any question I had, there was always a very quick answer and I never felt lost in the process. Really excellent service... and I would recommend Justin to anyone looking to buy a new home!

Posted by Evan | March 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

A persistent advocate

Justin worked with me on the sale of my previous house and the purchase of my new house. We had to deal with very demanding buyers but Justin walked me through the process, responded immediately to issues that cropped up, and provided valuable counsel. I would strongly recommend working with him.

Justin Strane

Replied last March 15, 2021

Thanks, Evan. It was great working with you and are happy you had a good experience with our team. We look forward to working with you in the future!

Posted by Diana | March 07, 2021 | Real Estate

Justin Strane, Super Lawyer, Thank You

Mr. Strane was very professional. He listened to our concerns and researched our questions if he did not have the information. Greatly appreciated that he was working to represent us as home buyers. His expertise was superb where he was well versed as well as a mix of being extremely thoughtful and ...personable to buyers who needed answers.

Justin Strane

Replied last March 07, 2021

Hi, Diana. We appreciate the kind words and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience!

Posted by Jennie | August 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Phenomenal attorney--highly recommend!

We were incredibly fortunate to meet Justin Strane through a mutual real estate agent/friend...and we're SO grateful we did! Justin has all the ingredients of an excellent attorney--expertise, phenomenal communication skills, fair pricing, and dedication to see a project through, ensuring no detail i...s left to chance. As real estate investors, these qualities are of paramount importance as we move swiftly from one deal to the next. Our team cannot recommend him highly enough and we look forward to a long lasting relationship and more deals together in the future. Thank you for all of your hard work with Property People LLC!

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Justin Christopher Strane's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alen Takhsh

Real estate lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin Strane is the consummate professional, representing his clients zealously, ethically and compassionately. He is an added value to the legal profession, and I have not and will not hesitate to refer clients to him. Here's to wishing that every attorney had a character akin to Mr. Strane!"

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Anastasios Garbis

Real estate lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin is a highly qualified real estate attorney and i endorse his qualifications."

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Vincent Leung

Real estate lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Justin on a real estate transaction. He is detailed, knowledgeable, and a great advocate for his clients. There were a few obstacles but we made it work in the end."

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Christopher Titcomb

Real estate lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've worked with Justin on real estate deals and found him to be knowledgable, responsive, and detail oriented. I fully endorse him as a real estate attorney."

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Louis Wierenga

Real estate lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin's proactive approach to his practice is sure to only benefit his clients' needs. He is at the top of our list for real estate attorneys in Chicago."

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Jacob Shapiro

Business lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent professionalism and a strong focus on client satisfaction. He takes the time to explain issues to clients and goes above and beyond in making sure his clients are happy."

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Adam Ansari

Real estate lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2011

Education Foundation Scholarship, Chicago Association of REALTORS

2009

1st Place Team, BMI/Cardozo Entertainment and Communications Law Moot Court Competition

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Founder and Managing Attorney, Front Door Legal LLC

2017 - 2021

Partner, Shapiro Strane, LLC

2016 - 2017

Partner, Ansari & Shapiro, LLC

2015 - 2016

Attorney, Ansari & Shapiro, LLC

2011 - 2014

Attorney, The Jordan Law Group

Associations

2015 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Young Lawyers Division

2014 - Present

University of Michigan Alumni Association

Member

2016 - 2019

Chicago Bar Association

Chair, Real Estate Committee of the Young Lawyers Section

2016 - 2018

Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC)

Member

2015 - 2017

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Injunction Denied: Non-Competition Agreement

Dismissed in favor of Defendants with prejudice

Commercial Interstate Real Estate and Asset Sale

Successful sale of real estate and business assets to purchaser

Third Party Purchaser v. Second Lien Holder

Favorable, reversed and remanded

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Education

2013

The John Marshall Law School

LL.M - Master of Laws

2010

The John Marshall Law School, Chicago

Juris Doctor

2007

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

XPX Chicago May Meeting: Legal Case Study, Business Succession Planning

Business Succession Planning - Panel Discussion

2016

Radio Spot on WBBM Radio Chicago

New Home Purchaser PSA

2016

CBA Young Lawyers Section Commercial Real Estate Leasing Seminar

Letters of Intent and Landlord/Tenant Representation Panel

Publications

2016

Illinois State Bar Association Business Advice & Financial Planning Newsletter Commercial tenancies: Clearly define every term in a lease agreement

2016

ABA Young Lawyers Division, Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Committee Newsletter, Summer 2016, Vol. 1, No. 4 New Home Construction Contracts: Buyer Beware

2016

Illinois State Bar Association Real Property Newsletter Commercial tenancies: Clearly define every term in a lease agreement

Languages

English

Activity

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