Maloney & Craven, P.C. - Des Plaines, IL

Trusted Legal Representation for Des Plaines and Northwest Suburbs

Located on Rand Road in Des Plaines, Maloney and Craven, P.C. has served homeowners, property investors, small business owners, and local families for decades. Led by veteran attorneys E. William Maloney, Jr. and Susan J. Craven, the firm combines deep institutional knowledge of Illinois statutory codes with practical, individualized problem-solving. When you need to hire an attorney who understands the nuances of Cook County court procedures and title requirements, this dedicated boutique practice delivers dependable advocacy designed to protect your financial and personal interests at every stage.

Residential and Commercial Real Estate Legal Services

Real estate transactions represent some of the most significant financial investments an individual or company can undertake. As knowledgeable residential real estate lawyers and commercial real estate counselors, the firm guides buyers, sellers, landlords, and commercial developers through seamless transactions. The practice handles a comprehensive spectrum of property matters, including:

• Drafting and reviewing purchase and sale agreements for single-family residences, condominiums, and multi-unit complexes.
• Negotiating commercial lease agreements, lease renewals, and tenant covenants.
• Examining title commitments, clearing municipal liens, encumbrances, and boundary defects.
• Representing clients through closing proceedings and escrow disbursements.
• Resolving breach of contract disputes, earnest money conflicts, and seller disclosure disputes.

Property Tax Appeals and Assessment Advocacy

Cook County property tax assessments can be unpredictable, often imposing an unfair financial burden on residential and commercial real estate owners. The firm possesses extensive background in challenging inflated real estate assessments before the Cook County Assessor, the Cook County Board of Review, and the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board. By gathering supporting market valuation data, appraisal reports, and comparable sales evidence, the attorneys work aggressively to reduce excessive tax valuations and secure substantial property tax relief for their clients.

Wills, Trusts, and Illinois Probate Administration

Protecting family assets and planning for generational succession requires meticulous legal drafting. Working alongside Susan J. Craven, the firm provides thoughtful estate planning and probate services designed to safeguard family wealth. Whether drafting custom wills, creating revocable living trusts, or establishing durable healthcare powers of attorney, the firm ensures each client wishes are clearly articulated. When a family member passes away, the attorneys act as dependable probate lawyers, assisting executors and administrators through Illinois probate courts, asset distributions, and estate settlements.

Tenacious Civil Litigation and Conflict Resolution

When disagreements escalate into formal legal actions, having an assertive litigator in your corner is essential. Drawing on decades of trial experience across municipal, county, and appellate courts throughout northern Illinois, E. William Maloney, Jr. has successfully litigated complex mortgage disputes, contested estates, breach of contract claims, and commercial disputes. The firm delivers disciplined courtroom representation while exploring pragmatic settlement options to resolve disputes efficiently.

Hallmarks of the Firm

Clients throughout Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Mount Prospect, Arlington Heights, and Niles choose Maloney and Craven, P.C. for several compelling reasons:

• Decades of concentrated legal practice in Illinois real estate and civil trial law.
• Personalized representation directly with senior partners rather than case managers.
• In-depth familiarity with local municipal codes, title regulations, and Cook County taxing bodies.
• Clear fee structures and straightforward, transparent client communications.

Contact Maloney and Craven, P.C. in Des Plaines Today

Whether you are preparing to close on a new property, need to contest an inflated tax assessment, or must resolve an estate dispute, early legal counsel is invaluable. If you find a lawyer through this practice or need a lawyer urgently to meet a pressing real estate closing deadline, contact Maloney and Craven, P.C. in Des Plaines, Illinois, to discuss your case with a seasoned legal professional.