Kane County real estate attorney and estate planning attorney with hometown practicality

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Serving Kane County With Local Experience

From Geneva and St. Charles to Elgin and west Aurora, Jeffrey Sell provides real estate, estate planning, and probate services with a calm, step-by-step approach. We know local title offices, lender expectations, and how to keep closings on time. When you want a Kane County probate lawyer or real estate attorney, you get answers in plain English and a reliable plan.

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Real Estate Law Across Kane County

We handle attorney review, inspection negotiations, title and survey issues, and smooth closings for homes and condos throughout the Fox River Valley. Whether it is a river-adjacent condo in St. Charles or a single-family in Batavia, we align dates, documents, and dollars. Closing day is organized and predictable.

Estate Planning For Kane County Families

Guidance for every stage of life in your family’s journey

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Family-Focused Will Planning

Parents can secure guardians for children and protect assets through clear, legally sound wills.

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Privacy-Focused Living Trusts

Professionals and homeowners benefit from living trusts that keep finances private and avoid lengthy court processes.

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Simplified Senior Planning

Seniors receive streamlined estate plans and powers of attorney designed to minimize court involvement and protect independence.

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Probate & Estate Administration In Kane County

We open estates with the Kane County Circuit Court and guide executors through notices, inventories, creditor claims, and final distribution. If a house must be sold, we coordinate listing, contract terms, and a clean closing. You stay informed while we handle the filings.

Why Kane County Chooses Our Firm

Clients like direct attorney access, quick responses, and realistic timelines. We coordinate smoothly with agents and lenders around Randall Road and Route 38. Many referrals come from families who appreciated our clear explanations.

Answers For Kane County Clients

  • Where do probate cases file in Kane County

    Estates are handled through the Kane County Circuit Court, with court facilities centered in Geneva. We manage the petition, get Letters of Office, and move the case along. You will not be left guessing what to do next.

  • Can you help with Fox River area condos and HOAs

    Yes, we review financials, rules, and special assessments so your costs are predictable. We confirm disclosures and delivery timelines early. That prevents last-minute hiccups.

  • Do you draft living trusts for privacy and efficiency

    We do. Trusts can help avoid court filings and keep administration private. We align deeds and beneficiaries so the plan works as intended.

  • Can you coordinate a closing if my lender is out of state

    We frequently coordinate with national lenders. We keep Illinois-specific title and survey items synchronized so funding stays on time. Communication stays central and clear.

  • Is virtual service available for my schedule

    Absolutely. Phone and Zoom meetings work well for reviews and updates. If in-person is needed, we meet at convenient locations near Geneva or St. Charles.

Meet the Team

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45 Rockefeller Plaza, Floor 20
New York, NY 10111

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