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Mahmoud Faisal Hasan Elkhatib
also known as Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib, M. Faisal Elkhatib
About Mahmoud Faisal
Biography
A commercial attorney with over 25 years as a business executive and nearly 16 years in Real Estate managing the process from all points of the transaction (sales agent, developer, landlord, tenant, attorney, owner, borrower, lender, purchaser, & seller).
Elkhatib successfully practices across multiple real estate litigation channels with a primary focus on representing receivers in mitigating Municipal Building Violations for abandoned, vacant or Zombie properties, navigating the receivership process from appointment to deed.
As a business executive, Elkhatib successfully managed, built and restructured small and medium sized corporations. Elkhatib is especially intune with successfully overcoming the challenges that arise from a series of singular decisions, financial hurdles and growth pains that affect businesses at one time or another.
A major key to his numerous legal successes comes from his understanding that litigation strategy is a science and an art and needs to be in step with the overall business strategy that generates successful outcomes for the clients.
Specialties: Municipal Building Code Violations, commercial and corporate transactions, negotiating and drafting of financal instruments, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, complex real estate transactions, foreclosures, title clearing and lien priorities, Receivership, secured lien transactions and priorities.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Foreclosure
90%
26 years | 2,000 cases
Real Estate
10%
26 years | 1,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Indiana for 11 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 13 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
EV HAS, LLC - Attorneys at Law
218 N. Jefferson., Suite. 103, Chicago, IL, 60661
EV Has, LLC - Attorneys at Law
11757 Southwest Highway, Palos Heights, IL, 60463
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Mahmoud Faisal Hasan Elkhatib's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Real Estate (7)
Foreclosure (6)
Lawsuits & Disputes (5)
Bankruptcy & Debt (4)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Debt Settlement (2)
Landlord & Tenant (2)
Business (1)
Commercial (1)
Construction & Development (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Debt & Lending Agreements (1)
Partnership (1)
Residential (1)
Tax (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 5 of 24 reviews
Posted by Kathy | November 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Best Attorney
I had the pleasure of working with Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib on a recent real estate transaction, and it was a truly positive experience. His professionalism and expertise made the process seamless and stress-free. Mahmoud’s attention to detail, prompt communication, and in-depth understanding of real ...
Posted by Lin | March 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
He's a fighter
I was referred to Mahmoud Faisal by a real estate agent when I had to help a family member deal with a potential foreclosure in 2016. My family wanted to walk away from the property but under Faisal's guidance, we hung on the next 18 months as he masterfully executed strategies that won us 60k from t...
Posted by Sama | July 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Reliable and knowledgeable attorney
I have hired Mr. Elkhatib in more than one occasion for real estate legal work. He has helped me in closings, tax disputes, and saved me from foreclosure on my condo. He is reliable and knowledgeable about real estate law. I highly recommend him for any legal assistance you may need.
Posted by Rob | July 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Property flip
I utilized Faisal on a number of property acquisition and sale deals. Some involved foreclosure auctions. Two involved evictions. Some involved buyers who were difficult to close with. All were brought to successful completion.
Posted by Omar | June 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent lawyer
Faisal took on my case. It was a difficult case that prior lawyers were unable to resolve. He was very prompt and professional. He comes highly recommended.
Mahmoud Faisal Hasan Elkhatib's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly recommend Faisal. He and I worked on a difficult foreclosure matter together. He handled the matter with professionalism and keen insight. He was even-keeled, dealt with difficult issues with grace, and found a solution for the client. I was grateful for his assistance."
"Faisal is reliable, dedicated and eternally upbeat."
"I have referred several clients to Faisal over the years. He has consistently shown that he is a tireless advocate for his clients and that he is willing and able to stand up to the banks to protect mortgage debtors from being taken advantage of."
"I endorse this lawyer. He works diligently for his clients and is well versed in foreclosure defense."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Faisal is very knowledgeable and goes the extra mile to protect his clients."
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"I highly endorse this lawyer. I met Mr. Elkhatib years ago when he was teaching a continuing legal education course on foreclosure. I was thoroughly impressed with his knowledge of the factors leading to the national foreclosure crisis. Since then, I have referred many foreclosure defense clients to Mr. Elkhatib. He is always willing to figure out a real solution for every unique homeowner crisis presented to him. The feedback I receive is always very positive. He truly stands out in a sea of attorneys that claim that they can provide foreclosure relief, but actually deliver little, if any help at all."
"I have followed Faisal's body of work with great interest since 2012. He has a brilliant legal mind and can quickly discern the real issues of a case including complex mortgage securitization. He is a passionate advocate for homeowners as evidenced by his willingness to take on difficult cases after Summary Judgment has been entered when other attorneys run at the first sign of rain. In the years ahead, many will discover what savvy attorneys already know -- Faisal is a force to be reckoned with. If you are looking for an attorney that deeply cares about your plight, look no further."
"I endorse Mr. Elkhatib and his firm. He is a true fighter for the rights of homeowners in foreclosure. In addition to being very committed, he is very knowledgeable, and takes the time and effort to keep abreast of changes in the law that will be of benefit to his firm's clients."
"I have known and worked with Faisal for many years. He is smart, tenacious and thinks outside the box. I have referred many clients to him for foreclosure defense. I highly recommend him."
"Mr. Elkhatib is a gifted legal mind who has the tenacity to be a zealous advocate for his clients, with an emphasis on positive outcomes. Constantly striving to explore new and unique legal arguments, Mr. Elkhatib serves as an advocate to his clients, and the community."
"Incredibly passionate, capable, knowledgeable and committed to finding the ideal solution and workout for each and every one of our clients. Ideal and capable leader for our team of attorneys."
Mason Cole
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2018
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 10% Lawyer, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Certificate of Achievement, Worldwide Who's Who - Legal
2009
Most Active Organization, The John Marshall Law School
2009
Dean's List, The John Marshall Law School
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Member, Dearborn Realtist Board - Democracy in Housing
2016 - Present
Of Counsel, Pacelli Ross, Ltd
2011 - Present
Of Counsel Attorney, EV Has, LLC
2015 - 2015
Committee Member, THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT JUDGE ANTHONY SIMPKINS
2010 - 2010
Licensed Legal Intern, US Attorneys Office - Northern Dist of Illinois
2010 - 2010
Legal Externship, US Bankruptcy Court, Northern District Of Illinois
2010 - 2010
Licensed Legal Intern, Cook County State's Attorney's Office
2006 - 2006
Health Care Ventures Consultant, Fulcrum Chicago
2005 - 2008
Licensed Real Estate Sales Person, United Realty Partners
2004 - 2007
Consultant, Avicenne Laboratories, Inc
1992 - 2004
Executive Vice President, DENA Corporation
Associations
2018 - Present
Dearborn Realtist BoardBoard Member
2018 - Present
National Association of Real Estate BrokersAffiliate Member
2016 - Present
Community Receivers Consortium, LLCGeneral Counsel
2016 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2015 - Present
Better Informed HousingChairman of Board
2014 - Present
National Association of Consumer AttorneysMember
2010 - Present
Muslim Bar Association of Chicago (MBA)Attorney Member
2010 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Arab-American Bar Association of IllinoisAttorney Member
2007 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Museum Park AssociationVice President - Board of Directors
2015 - 2016
Community Male EmpoowermentCounsel & Advisor to Executive Director
2013 - 2017
Arab American Family ServicesTreasurer of Board of Directors
2011 - 2015
Arab Bankers Association North AmericaMember
2008 - 2010
Middle East Law Student AssociationPresident
2006 - 2011
Turnaround Management AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Landlord pays Tenant $90K in settlement
Tenant Gets $90K windfall
City Business Violation
Dismissed with Prejudice No fine
Defeated Commercial Landlord Lease Claims
Settled in favor of Client
HOUSE FREE AND CLEAR
House Free & Clear
NO CONFESSION OF JUDGEMENT
Removed confessions of judgement clauses, lowered interest rates & extended loan 2 years
No Confession of Judgement Clause
Successfully deleted Confession of Judgment Clauses in the loans
Loan Modification Finally Successful
Loan modification granted, Case Dismissed
Correct Other Attorney's Mistakes
Case Dismissed & Home Saved
Education
2011
The John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Roosevelt University
Chemistry
N/A
DePaul University College of Law
Speaking Engagements
2021
Chicago Housing Court Receivership Certification Class
Community Receivership Training: Taking back neighborhoods
2019
Chicago Housing Court Receivership Certification Class
Community Receivership Training: Taking back neighborhoods
2018
National Association of Real Estate Brokers Annual Conference
Receivership: How to acquire Zombie Properties & Reverse Blight Profitably
2018
Dearborn Realtist Receivership Training Certification Seminar
Business Private Receiverships - Value, Profit, and Priority
2018
Dearborn Realtist Board - Receivership Training Certification Seminar
Business of Private Receiverships - Value, Profit, & Priority
2018
Dearborn Realtist Board - Receivership Training Certification
CIty of Chicago Receivership Troubled Builidings Initiative
2017
Community Receiver Traning Program
City of Chicago Private Receiverships - Value, Profit, and Priority
2015
Real Estate Institute
Simplifying Real Estate Closings
2015
Better Informed Housing - Can TV
Home Owners Associations
2014
Public Access Television
Domestic Violence - Elder Abuse
2014
Public Access Television
Domestic Violence - How to file Orders of Protection
2014
Public Access Television
Foreclosure Options & Cautionary Tales
2014
Main Street Association of Realtors
Dont Let Foreclosure Steal Your Short Sale
2013
Community Housing Services
Tenants Have Rights in Foreclosure
2013
Association of Foreclosure Defense Attorneys
Securitization: New York's case law on Illinois Foreclosures
2013
AAFS - Staff Seminar
Tenants Have Rights in Foreclosure
2011
Law Review CLE
Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Review
2011
Law Review CLE
Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Defenses
2009
Foreclosure and the Middle Class
Foreclosure's Impact on the Community
Publications
2015
LinkedIn Plus
Why Greece Should Hold its Ground
2015
LinkedIn Pulse
Beware of Bad Home Inspectors
2011
www.foreclosuredefenselawoffice.com
Foreclosure Defense
Languages
English
Arabic
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is a deed of lieu a good option instead of waiting for the bank to foreclose after chapter 7 bankruptcy?
17 Sep 2017
Q&A
How can I break my lease if there has been a known roach problem prior to us moving in and pest control didn't take care of it?
02 Jul 2015
Q&A
We have a condo. The main circuit breaker on the outside of the building needs to be replaced. Who pays? Us or association?
08 Jul 2015