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Craig A. Janas

4.6
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 26 years

Consumer protection Lawyer Practice Areas: Consumer Protection, Estate Planning

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Licensed in Illinois for 26 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1999

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Craig A. Janas's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 7, 2026 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Questionable ethics

Be very careful using Craig A Janas. Currently (Jan. 2026) involved in a FBI investigation for a gold fund ponzi scheme with Nick Nardulli, Family Definded Benefits, LLC.

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Replied last January 15, 2026

The FBI has asked Mr. Janas for help in their investigation into Golden B.A.R. Foundation. If you have any questions kindly contact Mr. Janas directly.

Posted by Jacob | February 13, 2013

Clearly an expert well above the other advisors

I used Mr. Janas for financial and estate planning. His expertise was very enlightening when it came to coordinating my financial plan with my estate plan. Never before had I seen someone with his knowledge and proficiency in both of these areas. Craig is clearly a few notches above the rest. His id...eas for my portfolio & estate plan were cutting-edge and made perfect sense. I could clearly understand his suggestions that were very well thought out. In the end I had a financial plan that exceeded my goals, an estate plan that gave me the most control & least amount of taxes paid, and asset protection where I didn't have to worry about creditors, medicaid, nursing homes or challenges to my estate. I recommend sitting with Mr. Janas to hear his suggestions, he is a brilliant planner that everyone should talk to. Having one person (Mr. Janas) handle all of my legal, tax and financial needs drastically cut down on the costs I would have to spend with three or four different people. Now I don't have those costs of paying all those people. Also, the "team-approach" has failed me in the past when the "team" never coordinated or consulted with each other. It led to a financial, estate and tax disaster. All it took was one weak link and the team let me down. No longer, now I have the most sophisticated, educated planner in all the areas, truly an expert working in my corner. Thank you Mr. Janas.

Posted by Laura T. | March 9, 2012

Most complete plan I could find @ lowest price

After extensive research, I choose Mr. Janas and his expertise in completing my estate and financial plan. I can whole heartedly recommend Mr. Janas. He delivered on his promises and has provided exceptional service.

Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2011

HIghest quality at the lowest price

Outstanding product and service. Very professional. I can't say enough about Mr. Janas. Polite and courteous, Craig showed us ways to protect our assets from taxes and medicaid, while also helping us plan our finances for retirement. Simply the best. Thomas R., M.D.

Posted by Margaret | September 14, 2011

Very professional, trustworthy and low cost.

Our estate plan was prepared quickly and professionally. I recommend Craig.

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DePaul University

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Michigan State University

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