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John D. Lee
John D. Lee and Associates, LLC
1821 Walden Office Square
Suite 400
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Phone: (847) 303-3101 | Fax: (847) 303-1121
http://www.jdleelaw.com
Responsive, Creative, Effective - 31 Years Experience
Legal Topic
Real Estate
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to handle residential and commercial real estate, and small to medium-sized businesses with domestic or international business.
Sub-Categories
Residential Real Estate
- Building Codes
- Buying & Selling
- Condominiums & Cooperatives
- Construction Contracts
- Conveyancing
- Homeowners' Associations
- Insurance
- Land Contracts
- Mold Claims
- Mortgages
- Property Taxes
- Real Estate Loans
- Renting & Leasing
- Landlord
- Tenant
Bar Admissions
IL, Nov 1978
Bar Number: 3121901
Other Court Admissions
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1978); State of Illinois (1978).
Association Memberships
American Bar Association, Illinois Bar Association, Cook County Bar Association, Lake County Bar Association and Chicago Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I attend seminars on relevant topics of corporate and real estate law and international business. I have exceeded the required amount of educational hours because of the interesting courses available.
Papers and Publications
None, although some are in process.
Example Cases
My work encompasses transactional and government affairs only.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Valparaiso University School of Law
City:
Valparaiso
State:
IN
Year:
1977
Honors:
Bar Association Law Student Division 7th Circuit Governor 1977
Focus and Accomplishments:
Law and Real Estate Law
Degree:
LL.M.
School:
The John Marshall Law School
City:
Chicago
State:
IL
Year:
2002
Honors:
Honors
Focus and Accomplishments:
Information Technology
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Valparaiso University
City:
Valparaiso
State:
IN
Year:
1972
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Illinois
Firm Focus and History
Following 22 years as a corporate attorney for major companies, I began the firm in 1999 and incorporated into an LLC in 2008.
John D. Lee and Associates, LLC is a business transactional law and government affairs law office. We offer quality legal representation at affordable rates through flexible billing approaches and a commitment to clear communication and hard work.
Previous Employment Summary
Budget Rent A Car Corporation, Senior Corporate Attorney 1991 to 1999 - Established and directed government affairs department at Federal and 34 State levels, and represented the Company before the U.S. Congress, State Legislatures, City Councils, and various federal and state regulatory agencies such as the DOJ, FDA, FCC, EPA, FTC and various state Attorneys General and Insurance Departments.
Sears, Roebuck and Co, Corporate Counsel and Regional Corporate Attorney 1981 to 1991 - Practiced in-house on issues of credit card rate and vendor negotiations, bank formation, franchising, commercial shopping center and office center leasing, employment law and lobbing at Federal and State levels.
Activities and Awards
• White House Conference on Travel and Tourism, Planning Committee and Delegate - 1996
• American Car Rental Association, Chairman Legal and Legislative Committee and Board Member - 1993-1994
• Truck Rental and Leasing Association, Board Member 1993-1999
• American Corporate Council Association, Chicago Chapter President, 1985-1987
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Clients want results at a reasonable cost and have useful ideas on how to get those results. We are willing to help our clients learn more about the legal issues and process, and help them lower their attorney fees.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
We are willing to review documents prepared by clients, and help them understand how to improve those documents, if necessary, to achieve their legal goals with a clear explanation of what the law demands.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
We generally do not assist clients who want to represent themselves although we have engaged in pro bono legal services to represent clients who cannot afford legal services.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became a lawyer to represent people in their everyday lives and problems. Thirty years later, I am continually listening to and learning with my clients as they grow and respond to opportunities and challenges.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My work experience with major U.S. corporations as Senior Corporate Counsel gave me an inside understanding of the demands of running a business. I learned the legal issues and choices connected with employment, taxation, insurance, credit markets, real estate, budget, litigation and environmental issues. I was not locked in to one legal specialty, and instead developed a wide-ranging interest in many areas.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I began the practice of real estate law immediately after law school as the development of condominiums and office centers swept through the Chicago markets. Shortly after that I developed an understanding of franchise law, government relations, credit card and mortgage securities, and employment law as corporate demands arose.
What do you like best about your career?
The best part of the career is helping new clients and old clients who have new or ongoing legal issues.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner with office in the technology corridor of Chicago and with the ability to meet with clients in offices worldwide in 70 countries.
What are your strengths and style?
I have strengths in negotiation and strategy, and my style involves listening to clients with intuition, thinking and judgment.
Personal Interests:
My personal interests involve extroverted activities such as sailing, sports and politics.
Office Manager/Assistant
Peggy.
Fax
(847) 303-1121
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Yes, limited access to Spanish-speaking assistant.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Residential real estate closings fees start at $250 plus title insurance for sellers. Fees start at $450 for buyers, depending on the complexity of the deal. Commercial real estate closings and representation are on a project basis plus costs, given the nature of the transaction. Litigation is highly unpredictable and we partner with litigation firms given client agreement, if litigation is necessary.
Hourly Rates
Our 2008 rates are $175 per hour of attorney time plus typical costs of research, outside services and mailings.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes. During the initial consultation, we meet with our clients to determine the nature of the legal problem and if we have any conflicts in representation.
Typical Retainer
No.
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