Law Office of Franklin J. Furlett - Schaumburg, IL

Four Decades of Proven Legal Guidance in Schaumburg

For more than forty years, the Law Office of Franklin J. Furlett has provided steadfast legal representation to clients throughout Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Roselle, and the wider Chicago northwest suburbs. Established in 1980 by principal attorney Franklin J. Furlett, the practice was built on the philosophy of offering comprehensive legal services that guide clients through every chapter of life. Working alongside of counsel attorney Joseph F. Furlett, the firm combines multi-generational insight with meticulous attention to detail. Whether you are buying a home, administering an estate, or recovering from a work injury, having an experienced advocate ensures your rights and investments remain secure.

Residential and Commercial Real Estate Law

Real estate transactions represent some of the largest financial investments individuals and companies will ever make. If you need a residential real estate lawyer to review contracts, resolve title defects, or negotiate closing terms, Franklin J. Furlett brings singular experience to the closing table. Having served on the drafting committee for Illinois's original Multi-Board Residential Real Estate Contract over thirty years ago, attorney Furlett understands property law from the inside out. Real estate services include:

• Residential home purchases and sales, contract contingencies, and earnest money protection.
• Commercial real estate acquisitions, property sales, and commercial lease drafting.
• Title examinations, boundary dispute resolution, plat discrepancies, and municipal easements.
• Authorized title insurance issuance through leading regional title underwriting companies.
• Deed preparation, land trust transfers, and seller-financed transaction agreements.

Comprehensive Estate Planning and Probate Services

Planning for the future protects your wealth and spares your family emotional hardship. When residents seek to find a lawyer for estate planning and probate matters, the firm designs customized instruments to protect assets and ensure seamless distribution. Key estate planning services include:

• Last will and testament preparation, revocable living trusts, and irrevocable asset protection trusts.
• Durable powers of attorney for healthcare directives and financial decision-making.
• Elder law planning, nursing home asset protection, and long-term care arrangement reviews.
• Formal probate administration in Cook and DuPage county courts, estate inventorying, and heir representation.
• Trust administration, estate accounting, and dispute resolution among beneficiaries.

Workers' Compensation and Injury Advocacy

Workplace accidents can jeopardize a family's financial stability in an instant. If you need to hire an attorney after an on-the-job injury, the Law Office of Franklin J. Furlett pursues full statutory recovery under the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act. Key practice areas include:

• Workplace injuries, repetitive stress injuries, and work-aggravated degenerative joint conditions.
• Third-party personal injury lawsuits arising from auto accidents and unsafe premises.
• Survivors' death benefits and funeral expense claims for families coping with fatal workplace accidents.
• Corporate compliance, business formation, internal workplace investigations, and contract negotiations.

Why Local Clients Trust the Furlett Family Legal Team

Clients choose the Law Office of Franklin J. Furlett for its accessible, family-centered atmosphere and deep institutional knowledge. Rather than passing cases to junior associates, clients work directly with veteran attorneys who know local court systems and suburban real estate markets intimately. With flexible scheduling, free initial consultations for injury matters, and decades of recognized excellence from Leading Lawyers and Elite Lawyer, the firm remains committed to delivering prompt communication, practical advice, and exceptional legal counsel.