PRACTICE
AREAS
LITIGATION
REAL ESTATE
PERSONAL
BUSINESS
LITIGATION
Dunn, Martin & Miller attorneys routinely handle complex litigation matters and represent individuals and corporations in a wide variety of litigation needs, including the following:
BUSINESS
Breach of contract; fraud; tortious interference; breach of fiduciary duty; corporate governance disputes including causes of action for accounting; employment disputes including IDHR disputes; restrictive covenants; shareholder oppression; shareholder derivative actions; landlord/tenant disputes
CONSTRUCTION LAW
Representation of owners, architects, contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in construction disputes; drafting, recording, foreclosure, and defense of mechanics liens on private and public projects; bond claims; breach of contract; quantum meruit; fraud; slander of title
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Felonies; misdemeanors, DUI; traffic; aggravated traffic; ordinance violations
LANDLORD AND TENANT
Breach of lease; forcible entry and detainer actions for rent and possession
LOCAL COUNSEL
Appearance as local counsel, litigation support, and assistance for attorneys with cases in the Will County Courthouse, Joliet, Illinois (located across the street), including out-of-states attorneys under Supreme Court Rule 707 (Pro Hac Vice);
PERSONAL INJURY
Representation of significantly injured plaintiffs; wrongful death; automobile injury; premises liability; general negligence
REAL ESTATE
Dunn, Martin & Miller attorneys have a long history and wide range of experience in assisting in all types of real estate transactions for individuals, developers and corporations, including:
REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS
Closings; contracts; leases; negotiation and drafting for sellers and buyers; commercial, industrial, manufacturing, agricultural, and residential
LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT
Representation and consultation in the development process; negotiation and drafting of development documents; negotiation and drafting of construction contracts and documents; annexations; subdivisions; map amendments; special use permits; variances; public hearings and meetings
REAL ESTATE LITIGATION
Breach of contract; specific performance; environmental disputes; fraud; trespass; adverse possession; eminent domain; quo warranto
CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION
Representation of owners, architects, contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in construction disputes; drafting, recording, foreclosure, and defense of mechanics liens on private and public projects; bond claims; breach of contract; quantum meruit; fraud; slander of title
CONDO AND HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS
Representation of homeowner and condominium associations; association governance matters including turnover, creation and drafting of bylaws and declarations; enforcement of declarations, covenants and bylaws
PERSONAL
Dunn, Martin & Miller attorneys specialize in serving all personal legal needs for individuals and families, including the following:
FAMILY LAW
Dissolution of marriage; child custody; visitation; modification of support; parentage; adoption
PERSONAL INJURY
Representation of significantly injured plaintiffs; wrongful death; automobile injury; premises liability; general negligence
PROBATE
Drafting of wills; representation of executors and heirs in probate proceedings; estate administration; will contests; guardianship matters for both minors and disabled adults
PERSONAL LAW AND LITIGATION
Contractor disputes; landlord/tenant disputes; breach of contract; mortgage foreclosures
BUSINESS
Dunn, Martin & Miller represents businesses that are just getting started and companies that are well established, including corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, sole proprietorships, not-for-profit corporations and homeowners’ associations. Our experienced team of lawyers can help with all aspects of business and corporate law issues, including the following:
TRANSFER AND SALES
Purchase and sale of assets; purchase and sale of stock or membership interests; purchase and sale of business real estate entitlement; licensing approvals for property and business operations
BUSINESS LITIGATION
Breach of contract; fraud; tortious interference; breach of fiduciary duty; corporate governance disputes including causes of action for accounting; employment disputes including IDHR disputes; restrictive covenants; shareholder oppression; shareholder derivative actions; landlord/tenant disputes
STARTING, SELLING, BUYING OR REORGANIZING
Business formation and organization; buying and selling businesses; assets and property; litigating business disputes
OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
Bylaws; operating agreements; stockholder agreements; buy/sell agreements; employment contracts and handbooks; vendor and service contracts; commercial leases