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Dennis A. Ferrazzano, Real Estate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL

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Dennis A. Ferrazzano is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Based in
Chicago, ILLINOIS
Experience
attorney
Known for
Real Estate
  • Handles Real Estate matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Chicago) (2020).

About Dennis A. Ferrazzano: Dennis A. Ferrazzano is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Dennis takes on

Dennis concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dennis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Real Estate cases in Chicago, Illinois

Dennis takes real estate matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Dennis A. Ferrazzano — real estate lawyer in Chicago

Dennis A. Ferrazzano is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Dennis is a senior partner and a founder of Barack Ferrazzano. He concentrates his practice on commercial real estate and business planning matters. Dennis is the primary North American real estate counsel for Bernard Arnault, Agache, LVMH, and the LVMH brands in the Americas.

Dennis is consistently ranked among the top lawyers in Illinois for his real estate practice. He has been Band ranked in Chambers USA for more than 20 consecutive years, named by Leading Lawyers as the #1 Real Estate Lawyer in Illinois, and by U.S. News - Best Lawyers® in America as the 2020 Real Estate Law "Lawyer of the Year” in Chicago.

Dennis was the William H. Trumbull lecturer and adjunct professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law from 1979 to 1999, and in 1985 was awarded the Robert Childres Memorial Award as the outstanding professor.

Dennis's approach to real estate cases

Dennis is a senior partner and a founder of Barack Ferrazzano. He concentrates his practice on commercial real estate and business planning matters. Dennis is the primary North American real estate counsel for Bernard Arnault, Agache, LVMH, and the LVMH brands in the Americas. Dennis is consistently ranked among the top lawyers in Illinois for his real estate practice. He has been Band ranked in…

Clients Dennis works with

Dennis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Johns Hopkins University

    B.A. · 1968

  • Northwestern University

    J.D. · 1971

Jurisdictions

Dennis's state bar admissions

  • Illinois, State of I

    ACTIVE

  • Wisconsin, State Bar

    ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    ACTIVE

Dennis studied at B.A. in Johns Hopkins University and J.D. in Northwestern University.

Law school and academic background

Dennis completed B.A. in Johns Hopkins University and J.D. in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dennis runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Dennis has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Chicago)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Chicago)

    2018

  • Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Chicago)

    2015

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Chicago) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Chicago) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Chicago) (2015). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

Locations

Dennis A. Ferrazzano's office in Chicago

Dennis's primary office is at 200 West Madison Street, Suite 3900, Chicago, Illinois, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

200 West Madison Street, Suite 3900

Chicago, Illinois 60606

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dennis A. Ferrazzano — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dennis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Dennis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dennis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dennis

Dennis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every real estate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dennis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Dennis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Dennis A. Ferrazzano

  • How much does it cost to hire Dennis for a real estate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dennis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Dennis offer a free consultation?

    Dennis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Dennis's current terms during booking.

  • How long do real estate cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple real estate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dennis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Dennis take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

    Dennis is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dennis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Dennis?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dennis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Dennis accepting new real estate clients right now?

    Dennis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Real Estate attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

Dennis handles real estate matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified real estate attorneys in that community.

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