Ranking tables

Real Estate | Spotlight Illinois

Chicago

Small firms frequently advise investors, owners and developers on a wide array of real estate deals. The listed firms are in the Spotlight for their strong track record of handling significant real estate transactions, including property acquisitions and major developments. Some of the firms offer additional capacity advising on restructuring, leasing and zoning and land use matters.

Rankings overview for Firms

  1. Boodell & Domanskis
    Boodell & Domanskis 1 Years Ranked
  2. Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, PC
    Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, PC 1 Years Ranked
  3. GoodSmith Gregg & Unruh LLP
    GoodSmith Gregg & Unruh LLP 1 Years Ranked
  4. Simpson Dattilo, LLC
    Simpson Dattilo, LLC 2 Years Ranked
  5. Elizabeth L. Carter, Esq., LLC
  6. Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit
  7. Meltzer, Purtill & Stelle LLC
  8. Patzik, Frank & Samotny Ltd.
  9. Pedersen & Houpt
  10. The Sterling Law Office LLC

All Firms profiles

Spotlight

  1. Boodell & Domanskis
    Boodell & Domanskis
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight | 1 Years Ranked

    Boodell & Domanskis LLC has significant capabilities in real estate and land use matters. The Chicago-based firm represents a range of clients from individuals to large commercial firms. The firm has notable expertise, in the acquisition and sale of complex commercial land and large multi-family residential units.

  2. Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, PC
    Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, PC
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight | 1 Years Ranked

    Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, PC, based in Chicago, has significant expertise in a range of corporate areas. The team regularly advises on complex real estate transactions including developments, leasing, financings and brokerage-led aquisitions.

  3. GoodSmith Gregg & Unruh LLP
    GoodSmith Gregg & Unruh LLP
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight | 1 Years Ranked

    GoodSmith Gregg & Unruh LLP is noted for its real estate capabilities. The team is experienced at handling acquisitions, sales and joint ventures. The Chicago-based group is also recognized for its financing expertize. The firm represents banks and property owners across the hospitality, sports and hotel industries.

  4. Simpson Dattilo, LLC
    Simpson Dattilo, LLC
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight | 2 Years Ranked

    Simpson Dattilo, LLC houses significant capabilities across the real estate space. The firm boasts offices in both Chicago and Oakbrook Terrace and represents national and local clients. The team has a wealth of experience in the purchase, sale and development of real estate assets, with additional proficiency in zoning matters.

  5. Elizabeth L. Carter, Esq., LLC
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight
  6. Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight
  7. Meltzer, Purtill & Stelle LLC
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight
  8. Patzik, Frank & Samotny Ltd.
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight
  9. Pedersen & Houpt
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight
  10. The Sterling Law Office LLC
    Real Estate
    2026 | Spotlight