A home is one of the largest investments you will ever make, it is important to know your rights and have them explained to you by a real estate lawyer. You will likely have several questions you need answered and an experienced real estate attorney can help you.
Hiten R. Gardi founded the law firm in his name in 2003 primarily focusing on commercial and residential real estate. He has since worked to establish a credible reputation serving hundreds of clients in the Chicago land area. In 2004 Thomas E. Haught joined the firm bringing with him 5 years of litigation experience.
Since its inception, the philosophy of Gardi & Haught, Ltd. is based upon a dedication to protecting and preserving the dignity and the rights of all individuals. Toward that end, it is our commitment to seek justice for all our clients
For Seller:
- Negotiate Contract;
- Order and clear title;
- Order payoffs from all lenders and order all required documents from the condo association (if applicable);
- Provide client with all necessary paperwork to purchase municipal transfer stamp (if applicable);
- Provide the client with a quote from a preferred survey company;
- Prepare all required closing documents, including but not limited to the Deed, Bill of Sale, Affidavit of Title, and the like;
- Attend closing with, or, if necessary or desired, without a client, to ensure proper transfer of title; and
- We never charge for minor post-closing issues.
For Purchaser:
- Negotiate Contract;
- Carefully monitor deadlines for the home inspection, financing, and home sale contingencies;
- Review title for possible defects;
- Provide client with all necessary paperwork to purchase municipal transfer stamp (if applicable);
- Review survey for possible encroachments;
- Review all closing documents, including but not limited to Deed, Bill of Sale, Affidavit of Title, and the like;
- Attend closing with the client to review and explain all lender documents and to ensure proper transfer of title; and
- We never charge for minor post-closing issues.
For the Commercial Seller/Purchaser:
- Draft commercial contracts; including but not limited to asset purchase and stock purchase agreements;
- Negotiate Contract;
- Monitor deadlines for all contingencies;
- Review leases and lease assignments;
- Order employment security and Bulk Sale releases from State;
- Order/review UCC searches to ensure clear titles to assets;
- Prepare all necessary closing documents, including corporate resolutions; and
- Attend closing to ensure proper transfer of title and leasehold interests.
- We never charge for minor post-closing issues.