Welcome to The Law Offices of Christopher B. Klis

Residential Real Estate Law

About the Firm

I understand the financial significance and emotional impact associated with buying or selling a home. Whether this is your first transaction or not, it is important to have an experienced residential real estate attorney you can trust by your side. With over 25 years practicing real estate law, I am dedicated to providing you with a smooth real estate closing.

Residential Real Estate Law Services

Reviewing contracts
Handling of all contract negotiations through closing
Resolving disputes between you and the buyer regarding the inspection
Ordering of title insurance and survey
Assisting you with obtaining city stamps
Resolving title issues
Preparing your final closing figures and forward to the title closer
Preparing all closing documents
Scheduling and attending of closing

Important Tips

Notes for Sellers

Property Taxes

Please remember that in Illinois, you pay property taxes the year after you live in the property…

Home inspections

Once the buyer has completed the inspection, we will receive a letter that relates to the items the buyer would like to see addressed and any defects that are disclosed in the report….…

Final Walk through

Please make sure to leave intact any attached items during marketing as well as upon closing unless Buyer and Seller otherwise agree in writing….

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Notes For Buyers

Inspection

Please note that the contract calls for the home inspection to be conducted and any items of concern to be disclosed within the first five business days after the contract has been accepted…

Loan Approval

If you are obtaining a mortgage, then you will need a “Clear to Close” from your lender either five business days prior to the closing date…

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Practice Areas

Residential Real Estate Law
Representing 100+ sellers and buyers in all residential transactions each year.

Litigation
Handling all disputes between individuals and businesses.

DUI
Fighting to keep your license, record, and freedom.

Traffic/Criminal
Protecting your record from matters as small as speeding to major felonies and everything in between.

Why Choose Us

Having handled over 500 closings, you can trust that I will handle your case personally and devote all my experience and knowledge to you. Having worked with hundreds of realtors, I am happy to coordinate with any realtor you may be using. I will do everything I can to make your transaction a smooth one.

What Our Clients Are Saying About Us

Nancy C.

We have moved a few times, and worked with Chris for both buying and selling. He is great to work with and we highly recommend him! Chris was very thorough and professional throughout every step of the process. He was really helpful with all of our questions and very knowledgeable. It was reassuring to have Chris representing us.

Cathy M.

Chris was our lawyer for the sale and purchase of our homes. He did a great job, answered all of my questions and kept everything moving smoothly. I would definitely recommend him.

Do you need legal help?

If you need any legal help in your real estate issues, don’t hesitate to call me.

SUMMER SPECIAL
ONLY $100 for a home sale transaction! Discounted price for a home purchase transaction. If you present a lower fee in writing, our office will match it.

The Law Offices of Christopher B. Klis