Family Law

• Child Support
  Prior to joining McHenry County Law, Ms. Muñoz practiced family law, providing legal representation in parentage cases, divorce proceedings, and child support.

Criminal Law

• Wrongful Death
  Accidents happen, but you should not have to suffer because of someone else’s negligence or bad judgment. Neglectful property owners and inattentive drivers can cause serious injury to you. Even worse, an act of negligence can cause the wrongful death of a loved one. The attorneys at McHenry County Law work directly with their clients to learn the details of their case, develop a strategy and fight for rightful compensation in court if necessary. If you have been injured, you need to know your options for remedy. Call McHenry County Law for a free initial consultation.

Business and Corporate Law

• Mergers and Acquisitions
  The legal landscape for business mergers and acquisitions in the U.S. has changed dramatically over the last several years. Without proper due diligence and planning, these transactions could experience costly delays—or not happen at all. This is why professional, experienced legal representation is necessary for proper evaluation, sales structure, and implementation.
• Business Disputes
  McHenry County Law knows Illinois business and offers a refreshing level of experience and sophistication with individualized attention and efficiency that larger firms may find challenging. The firm represents entrepreneurs, corporations, stakeholders and real estate professionals and holds a firm commitment to providing effective, practical legal service. From the time a business is formed through any legal issues it may endure throughout its lifetime, McHenry County Law understands the needs of businesses and their owners.
• Business Transactions
  Businesses in McHenry County count on McHenry County Law to get results in the courtroom for business transactions that have turned sour. If your company has had trouble with a customer, a supplier, or another business in your area with unfair business practices, contact a business litigator at McHenry County Law. Their first-hand experience provides a higher, more efficient and extensive level of litigation service on matters involving corporations and individuals.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  These are unprecedented times in the real estate market. Whether buying real estate or selling real estate, working with a law firm experienced in every facet of Illinois residential real estate law is necessary for a successful closing. Deals are far from done the moment an offer is accepted. Critical documents, deadlines, and financing must be thoroughly inspected. When this sensitive information passes hands with limited accountability or visibility, lost and mishandled information can cause costly delays or worse: cancel deals.
• Construction Litigation
  Civil lawyers at McHenry County Law are as comfortable in the courtroom as they are in the conference room. They provide skilled and knowledgeable representation to resolve a wide range of legal disputes in civil court. From construction disputes to debilitating personal injury and wrongful death claims, it’s always best to seek the advice of an experienced attorney first if you are unsure about how to proceed. Experience in civil court is one of the most important factors to consider. The attorneys at McHenry County Law are seasoned litigators with years of experience throughout Northern Illinois. Whether you are a plaintiff or defendant, hiring a qualified civil litigation attorney is crucial in achieving a successful case outcome. It’s important to feel comfortable with the attorney you choose.
• Real Estate Transactions
  Acquiring commercial real estate requires a higher level of due diligence and discovery of critical information that may not be visible or available when evaluating the value of a property. Matters such as environmental studies, easements and encroachments, zoning requirements, business registration and other issues are often raised during a commercial real estate transaction. These can seriously jeopardize a project. McHenry County Law finds hidden details, saving clients time, money and frustration in the long run. If you are involved in a commercial real estate transaction—particularly with national corporations— you should seek the counsel of an experienced commercial real estate attorney. McHenry County Law is here to offer complete support throughout each step along the way.
• Eminent Domain
  McHenry County Law offers extensive knowledge and experience in Illinois law and the legal aspects of their clients’ commercial property needs. This includes eminent domain issues, zoning analysis, purchasing and selling property, and tax exemptions and abatements.
• Easement
• Land Use and Zoning
  The firm has consistently been recognized as one of the area’s most respected legal advocates. This, no doubt, is due to the leading influence of its founding Partner, Joseph Gottemoller. Mr. Gottemoller is highly respected for his work in commercial and residential real estate, complex zoning, eminent domain and land use issues. He has also been a member of the McHenry County Board since 2012 and has received Martindale-Hubbell’s

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Personal injury issues are stressful. Many are faced with mounting bills related to an injury which may tempt them to accept an initial settlement offer to cover expenses. Depending on the injury, medical care may cost far more than the settlement offer, and still leave you with growing expenses. Before accepting any offer, contact McHenry County Law. They know what steps to take to get results and focus on the justice YOU deserve. Even if you don’t think you’ll need to file a lawsuit, an experienced personal injury law firm such as McHenry County Law can help thoroughly assess your claim and advise you of your options.
• Dog Bites

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  There are many tasks you can and should do yourself, but estate planning is not one of them. During this unprecedented time, people should be careful of self-help. Each State has its own very specific requirements for how estate planning documents must be signed. It may be less expensive to avoid using a professional attorney, but one simply mistake could end up costing you, your family and loved one’s thousands.
• Wills
  As we all know, life can change in a second and it does not take much to throw our world into turmoil. Estate plans are not just for wealthy or the elderly – they are for everyone. After all, who would pay your mortgage or manage your finances should a serious accident take place? If you were unable to speak for yourself, who would advocate on your behalf and explain your wishes? Regardless of your income or family status, everyone should have an estate place that includes a thoughtfully designed will and trust.