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2 distinguished general practice law attorneys in Illinois, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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Kevin J. Barry

General Practice Law

3551 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60655, USA

For over a quarter of a century, Kevin Barry has provided quality legal representation to clients in the Chicagoland area. Mr. Barry has dedicated his legal practice to all aspects of real estate matters, estate planning, probate estates, guardianships, and business/corporate law. Following graduation from high school from Marist High School in Chicago, Mr. Barry attended Northern Illinois University where he graduated with a Political Science Scholar Award, the highest honor awarded within the major, all while competing as a Division-I quarterback at the university. Mr. Barry graduated from John Marshall Law School and immediately began his career in private practice following admission as an Illinois attorney. Within two years of employment at his initial firm, Mr. Barry became a named partner at Murphy & Barry, P.C. In 2002, Mr. Barry founded his current firm of Barry Law, Inc. with the goal of providing his clients the same professional service with a more personal approach. As one of the founders of the Chicago Real Estate Network, a group of real estate professionals from all industries within the real estate market, Mr. Barry has hosted seminars to educate individuals about the real estate market and its trends. Mr. Barry co-hosted two weekly Chicagoland radio shows (WJOL 1340 AM and 750 AM) devoted to the current issues within the real estate industry. Mr. Barry is a member of the Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association. Additionally, Mr. Barry is frequently lecturer on the needs and benefits of proper estate planning, as well as a Presenter at real estate seminars. Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Mr. Barry currently resides in Oak Lawn, Illinois with his wife, Mary, and their four children: Jack, Brian, Claire, and Brendan.

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Jeremy S. Harter

Jeremy S. Harter

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General Practice Law

625 W Rollins Rd, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073, USA

Jeremy S. Harter is a founding partner of Harter & Schottland, P.C.. Before founding the firm, Mr. Harter developed his broad knowledge and expertise at another well known law firm. There, he was responsible for municipal prosecution and assisting in municipal corporate issues for two large villages in Lake County. In addition, Mr. Harter developed a practice in other areas, as well. Today, Mr. Harter brings this varied background to Harter & Schottland, P.C. where he represents individuals and businesses in civil litigation such as landlord / tenant cases, contractual disputes, liquor commission hearings, Illinois Secretary of State hearings and others. Moreover, Mr. Harter has extensive experience litigating traffic, misdemeanor and felony cases in both contested motion hearings and trials, where he has enjoyed tremendous success. He often receives 5 star reviews by his many loyal clients. In line with the firm’s commitment to the surrounding community, Mr. Harter also maintains a significant volunteer commitment. Mr. Harter has served as a Judge for the Teen Court program administered by the Northern Illinois Counsel on Alcohol and Substance Abuse (NICASA). In this role, Mr. Harter has helped countless Lake County adolescents learn from their youthful indiscretions, avoid damaging marks on their records and continue to successful futures. In fact, in 2005 Mr. Harter was formally recognized and received the NICASA Partner’s Award for his commitment to community service. Mr. Harter also volunteers for the College of Lake County’s Women’s Center where he provides free legal assistance. Jeremy volunteers his time with the Lake County Court Eviction Help Desk where he assists Lake County Residents with Landlord/Tenant issues for sitting Judge Michael Betar. He was appointed to the Lake County Bar Association Board of Directors, Antioch Police Pension Fund Trustee and the Board of Directors of the Lake Villa, Lindenhurst, Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. He was also an Editor of the 2021 Edition of the Defending DUI Practice and Procedure Manual for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE). Jeremy Harter attended Knox College where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science with an emphasis in American History. He moved to Chicago thereafter to attend The John Marshall Law School. Mr. Harter was admitted to the Illinois Bar and licensed to practice law in November of 2001. He is married and has young twins that keep him on his toes.

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