General Practice / Real Estate Attorney – Spring Grove, Illinois
Job Title: General Practice / Real Estate Attorney
Location: Spring Grove, IL
Position Type: Full-Time
About Us:
Kelleher + Holland, LLC (“KH”) is a full-service law firm with a robust litigation practice handling a wide range of complex disputes. We pride ourselves on delivering strategic, results-oriented representation while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Position Overview:
This is a unique opportunity for an attorney who enjoys autonomy, wants to grow an established book of business, and values being part of a team that collaborates across disciplines. KH offers a supportive infrastructure and vibrant firm culture—with the freedom to develop your practice, serve your community, and shape your future.
KH is seeking a well-rounded generalist with a strong foundation in real estate law and a desire to work across multiple practice areas, Illinois-licensed and resides in or near the northwest suburbs of Chicago—particularly within McHenry County—to join our growing team on a full-time basis. This is a client-facing position with the expectation of in-person client meetings and regular office presence.
Core responsibilities include:
Real Estate
- Representing buyers, sellers, developers, and lenders in residential and commercial transactions
- Drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements
- Reviewing and clearing title
- Preparing and analyzing leases
- Managing due diligence and contract timelines
- Handling closings from start to finish
- (Bonus) Advising on zoning, land use, or permitting issues
General Practice
- Advising closely held businesses and entrepreneurs
- Drafting contracts, operating agreements, and related corporate documents
- Providing estate planning or probate counsel
- Supporting litigation or dispute resolution matters
Why Join KH?
KH is a growing, full-service law firm with offices in Illinois and Florida – voted an Illinois Best Place to Work 2022-2025! We offer our attorneys:
- Flexibility and autonomy for seasoned practitioners
- Incentive-based compensation based on performance
- A collaborative, team-based culture that values leadership and personal growth
- Access to resources across a wide range of practice areas and jurisdictions
Who We’re Looking For:
- At least three (3) years of experience and thrives on variety—able to manage diverse client needs while providing practical, solutions-oriented legal counsel
- A self-motivated, client-focused attorney with strong real estate experience, as well as, corporate law, estate planning, minor criminal litigation, or transactional matters is highly valued analysis
- Someone who enjoys direct client interaction and working independently
- An attorney looking to grow a long-term practice in McHenry County with the support of a collaborative firm
