J. Michael collins
attorney at law


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Real estate sales



Represent sellers of commercial and residential property transactions through the entire sale process. Draft and/or review the contract and ensure contractual milestones are met. Order title insurance and work with the title company to convey clear title. Work with mortgage and lien holders to obtain payoffs and releases. Draft conveyance documents, create a closing statement, and oversee the closing.



real estate purchases



Represent buyers of commercial and residential transactions through the entire purchase process. Draft and/or review the contract and ensure contractual milestones are met. Review title insurance and coordinate with lenders to ensure timely loan approval. Review the closing statement and closing documents, attend closing, and explain all documents prior to signature. ​



real estate development



Represent developers on matters of financing, condominium creation and turn over, title insurance matters, purchasing, and selling properties.



Building hearings



Represent real estate owners and associations in building court hearings to resolve code violation complaints filed by the City of Chicago, attend hearings, and work towards compliance and resolution of all matters.​



Residential Real estate tax appeals



Represent residential property owners in appealing their taxes in Cook County. ​



Real estate Title insurance



Consult and advise clients on title insurance needs and pricing in relation to purchases, sales, financing, and corporate structure changes locally and nationally.​





Chicago, Illinois



(312)961-9341

jmc@jmichaelcollins.com