Experience. Respect. Results.
We focus on providing legal services for real estate transactions and will creation in Cook and Will counties in Illinois and surrounding areas.
Practices at Law Office of Patrick Ferrell
What I Provide
As a former journalist and now criminal prosecutor, I understand the importance of clarity, accuracy and competence. I serve clients in the state of Illinois, primarily in the Chicagoland area. House calls are available, as well as consults at a local coffee shop. Customer service is my focus, and my fees are competitive.
Real Estate
An Investment in Your Family's Future
Buying a new home is an exciting time for a family. Let me help guide you through the complicated process of real estate transactions, whether you're a buyer or seller. Steps to the process include:
Initial consultation
Document preparation
Contract review
Inspection negotiations
Day of closing
Wills
Explore Your Options
A will is a legally binding document that distributes your assets in accordance with your final wishes. Take control now, or the state will. A well-written will gives you the freedom to decide pathways for the people and things you care about. For somebody who already has a will, updating it might be necessary if circumstances change, for example, if you have more dependents or have acquired more property. Creating a will is far more affordable and less time-consuming than people assume.
When you hire me to write your will, we will sit down and discuss your property and your wishes for where that property shall go when you pass. I'll draft a legally binding document that ensures your wishes are carried out. I will provide witnesses and a notary for your will signing, and you will leave with the document that should be filed by your executor upon your passing. If allowed in your county, I can also pre-file your will with the proper department.
A living will helps you make medical decisions when you're still physically and mentally capable. If something happens where you're unable to communicate your wishes, your loved one won't be left to guess. With a properly executed living will, your medical team will be required to follow the wishes you have outlined.
A Power of Attorney can cover either medical purposes or general matters. It allows the person you designate to carry out your affairs -- making medical decisions, withdrawing benefits from a financial account, or buying and selling property, for example. Your Power of Attorney can be effective immediately, on a certain date or upon a certain condition such as you being unable to make such decisions. Essentially, an executed Power of Attorney allows somebody you trust to continue your affairs on your behalf if you are unable to or simply for convenience.
Client Feedback
"Patrick Ferrell was an excellent attorney for our house purchase and sale. He was able to answer all of our questions and walk us through what can be a tedious and confusing process. I appreciate his patience with us as well as his quick response. Thank you!"
"Patrick handled the closing on the sale of our townhouse last summer. Did a great, professional job. Would highly recommend to friends and family"
"I can't begin to say thank you! You definitely know your stuff. thank you for phase 1 of adventure. You were there when we needed you to explain what was happening. You guided us with the sale of our house. I look forward to September when we close on our new home! You are a huge part of our new adventure!"
"We definitely recommend Patrick! Patrick handled the closing of our house in the Bridgeport (Chicago)area almost 2 years ago. He handled it in a timely manner with the upmost professionalism, congeniality, patience and ease."
"Pat handled the closing of my new house flawlessly. Everything was completed smooth as silk. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I recommend his services to all my friends and family."
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