Explore what we offer

Real Estate

In the past three years alone, our firm has closed over 150+ residential real estate transactions, with properties in over 100 zip codes, and whose combined values exceed $50M.

Our firm handles everything from contract drafting, review, negotiation, and modification, to correspondence, coordination, closing coverage, recording and title services, keeping you up-to-date and fully informed every step of the way.

Estate Planning

The importance of estate planning has never been more apparent than in the cost to families (both time and monetary) of administering decedent’s estates through the probate courts.

We provide thoughtfully tailored estate planning services designed to protect your legacy and simplify the estate administration process for your heirs. This includes drafting and proper execution of simple wills and powers of attorney, as well as establishing revocable trusts.

Our approach ensures your plan genuinely reflects your family's unique needs and priorities, providing clarity and peace of mind for the future.

Probate & Estate Administration

Settling a loved ones affairs through the probate process can be one of the most emotionally-challenging and time consuming experiences some will ever have to navigate with the law.

The probate process does not always make perfectly common or practical sense to those who are not familiar with it.

Our firm delivers exceptional probate and estate administration services in all different kinds of decedent’s estates, guiding families through every legal obstacle they may face in the aftermath of a loved one’s passing.

Our Services

  • At The Law Office of Robert A. Cifelli, we represent both buyers and sellers in both residential and commercial transactions with a steady hand and a deep understanding of Chicagoland’s diverse real estate landscape. Whether you're navigating your first home purchase, selling a family home, investing in residential, commercial or mixed-use property, our firm has the experience and know-how to close your transaction successfully.

    We coordinate with agents, lenders, title companies, property managers, condo associations, HOA’s, and municipalities to ensure every detail is handled on time and with care.

    We provide proactive updates, thorough guidance, and responsive support—so you can move forward with confidence.

  • Estate planning isn’t just about documents—it’s about protecting the people and values that matter most. At The Law Office of Robert A. Cifelli, we guide individuals and families through thoughtful, tailored planning to bring clarity today and security for tomorrow.

    Whether you're starting fresh, updating an existing plan, or navigating blended family dynamics or business ownership, we’ll help you create solutions that reflect your wishes and reduce burdens on loved ones. Our process is structured, educational, and always customized to your needs.

    We draft and advise on:

    • Wills and Living Wills

    • Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts

    • Powers of Attorney (Health Care and Property)

    • Beneficiary Designations & Asset Alignment

    With clear explanations and strategic insight, we help you make informed choices—so your plan not only protects what you’ve built, but ensures it’s passed on with purpose.

  • When a loved one passes, families deserve legal support that is both skilled and compassionate. At The Law Office of Robert A. Cifelli, we help executors, trustees, and heirs navigate the responsibilities of estate administration with clarity and care.

    Whether the estate is simple or complex, we assist with every step—from court filings and creditor notices to asset transfers and final distributions. We ensure compliance with Illinois probate laws while relieving clients of unnecessary confusion or delays.

    We routinely handle:

    • Probate court proceedings

    • Small estate affidavits and bond-in-lieu cases

    • Trust administration and asset marshaling

    • Communication with financial institutions, title companies, and beneficiaries

    You don’t have to figure it out alone. Our firm provides steady, experienced counsel to help you settle your loved one’s affairs confidently and respectfully.

  • Whether you're launching a new business, formalizing a partnership, or preparing for a transaction, The Law Office of Robert A. Cifelli offers reliable legal guidance to protect your vision and support your growth.

    We work with entrepreneurs, small business owners, and closely held companies to ensure legal compliance, minimize risk, and streamline operations. Our counsel is clear, practical, and tailored to your industry and goals.

    Our services include:

    • Entity formation (LLCs, corporations, partnerships)

    • Operating agreements and shareholder contracts

    • Contract drafting, negotiation, and review

    • Business purchases, sales, and reorganizations

    • Legal audits and corporate governance advisement

    From formation to expansion, we act as your legal partner—equipping your business with the structure, clarity, and confidence it needs to thrive.

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