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Zimmerman Law Offices, P.C.
77 West Washington St
Suite 1220
Chicago, IL 60602
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Phone: 312-440-0020
Fax: 312-440-4180
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Real Estate

Chicago Attorneys Representing Professionals in the Real Estate industry including:Real Estate

  • Appraiser
  • Home Inspector
  • Land Surveyor
  • Roofing Contractor
  • Real Estate Office
  • Real Estate Broker
  • Timeshare Acquisition Agent
  • Timeshare Developer
  • Timeshare Exchange Company

Helping Clients Obtain Licenses and Defending them from Complaints

Attorney Thomas Zimmerman has substantial experience working with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to help professionals obtain licenses and defend them from investigations and complaints. At Zimmerman Law Offices, our lawyers will aggressively protect your license.

Due to the direct relationship between real estate professionals and the general well-being of the public, IDFPR maintains strict standards over the real estate industry.

Are you being investigated for allegations of mishandling escrow money? You need an experienced attorney. Contact us by e-mail or call 1-877-440-0020 to schedule a free initial consultation.

Extensive Experience in the Real Estate Industry

Since 1996, attorney Thomas Zimmerman has successfully resolved a wide array of complex legal issues involving professional misconduct. Specifically, he has represented licensed professionals wrongfully accused of professional negligence, fraudulent billing practices, improper record keeping, and falsifying records or license applications. He has also aggressively negotiated with IDFPR to lessen the disciplinary action for a variety of serious offenses, such as:

  • Impairment due to alcohol abuse
  • Employing untrained and unlicensed operators
  • Failure to obtain a branch office license
  • Mishandling of earnest money
  • Practicing without a current Illinois license
  • Failing to meet request for medical records

Mr. Zimmerman was recognized as one of the "Top 40 Illinois Lawyers Under the Age of 40." He has a strong background serving licensed professionals throughout Chicago and is well-prepared to help you with a variety of legal needs, involving:

  • On-site audits
  • Business formation and assumed business names
  • Branch office requirements
  • Dual agency
  • Escrow accounts and earnest money
  • Employment and independent contractor agreements
  • Managing broker and sponsored licensee issues
  • Requirements for broker agreements and listing agreements
  • Informal disciplinary conferences
  • Formal administrative hearings
  • Appeals to the circuit and appellate courts

Contact Us for Aggressive Representation

The Zimmerman Law Offices provides experienced, effective representation regarding real estate license application denial or defense against charges of ethics violations, fraud or professional misconduct. Contact us by e-mail or call 1-877-440-0020 to schedule a free initial consultation.

Verdicts & Settlements

Real Estate Brokerage Firm Audited by IDFPR — The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) conducted an on-site audit of the books and records of a real estate brokerage firm. Prior to the audit, we conducted an internal audit of the records and business practices to ensure that the signs were properly displayed; there were appropriate agreements between the broker and licensees; unlicensed assistants were not performing improper duties; the brokerage was properly incorporated and licensed; the brokerage agreements and listing agreements contained all of the required information; the brokerage’s advertising contained all required disclosures and was not misleading; and all escrow money was properly and timely deposited and disbursed; the brokerage had the required bookkeeping systems. We were present at the brokerage for the 2-day audit, and the IDFPR found no deficiencies in the records or business practices of the brokerage.