We retained Wayne during the sale of our primary residence in DeKalb County. From the start, he differentiated himself positively from the other attorneys we had used in previous real estate transactions. The strongest differentiatior was that Wayne made time to return communications as quickly as possible. We did not have a single question go unanswered, and it was clear he was making time to call us whenever he could (e.g., pulled off to the side of the road while in his car, before entering a court session, while traveling for personal time to another state, etc.) Wayne treated us very fairly throughout the process, and was able to explain contract phrasings, as well as language from our buyers' attorney, in a thorough but also succinct and efficient manner. At times when I had personally misinterpreted some of the contract and inter-attorney transactions, Wayne was able to quickly and politely set me straight, using accessible language that would be easy for anyone selling his or her home to understand. He fully explained all of our available options at several points throughout the sale. He made sure we not only understood what was taking place, but also verified we were COMFORTABLE with what was transpiring. I suppose the biggest endorsement I could provide for Wayne, would be whether or not I'd retain his services in the future. As it turns out, I have a rental property I intend to sell in several weeks--and I've already asked Wayne to represent us on that sale as well. I strongly recommend Wayne for both his expertise and his exceptionally strong communications and support skills, in representing clients for real-estate transactions. read more

Sure there are a lot of good attorneys out there. Wayne meets all of the requirements of a good attorney: he is informed about the law, he is a fine legal wordsmith, he is punctual, efficient with time, he is accommodating, he has acquired many years of knowledge and experience, he is eloquent, honest, smart, extremely professional, etc..... What sets Wayne aside from the other lawyers, is that he cares about his clients, he has a sense of humor, he will bend over backward to make sure all of your needs are met, his moral compass is intact, he is confident, he does not just provide the boiler plate legal contracts needed, his contacts get you more than the standard, he is thoughtful, charming, generous and a friendly person with whom to work. He has helped me now with two closings and other legal issues. It is a true gift of an exceptional professional when they can allow you to more easily navigate boring, tedious legal proceedings but also make the process surprisingly enjoyable. He is the attorney you want in your corner. I cannot more highly recommend him. read more

I am a full-time law professor, so I have a lot of people ask me for recommendations of a good attorney. After my own experience retaining Wayne Braverman, I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a caring, smart, hard-working and communicative lawyer. My own case was a very small one, but Wayne was amazing in how quickly he responded to all of my communications, whether by phone or by email. My phone conversations with him were extremely helpful, and his advice was very practical and thoughtful. Wayne is also very mindful of costs to his client, and he asked great questions about whether pursuing certain courses of action would be cost-effective for me. In addition, he suggested some creative alternative routes that I had not considered as a way to achieve the result that I was after at a much lower cost. I have dealt with many attorneys throughout my career, but I would put Wayne right at the top of my list of those whom I would recommend to friends, family members, or anyone who asked me for a lawyer recommendation. read more

Our realtor recommended Wayne to represent us in both the sale of our current condo and purchase of our new home. Wayne took care of every detail we could ask for and made sure the process unfolded how it should, ensuring we were protected and received the outcome we wanted. He returns every call and email promptly, even well outside of business hours. He is a true partner throughout the process. The purchase of our home involved a lengthy and somewhat difficult negotiation, but he kept a level head, was always civil to the other side, and made sure we came away a result we were happy with. He consistently went above and beyond for a very reasonable/competitive fee. I only wish we had used him for the purchase of our original condo, as well. If you are in need of a real estate attorney, he would be our first recommendation and we are sure he brings the same level of service and attention to detail to other areas of law he practices. My wife and I could not recommend him higher. read more

Anybody who has simultaneously navigated a real estate purchase and sale can probably attest to the challenges that come with it. I am extremely grateful to have had Wayne in my corner through all of it. What makes Wayne exceptional is his responsiveness, diligence, and professionalism. I can't even estimate the number of emails that have gone back and forth between multiple parties during these transactions, and I'm not sure I ever waited more than an hour or two for a response from Wayne, even on weekends. I appreciated that he always made sure I understood the situations I was in, even when it took me a few tries to grasp everything. The reason I can say with confidence that he's phenomenal is that I was also helping a family member go through a purchase/sale in the same time frame. The difference in service between Wayne and the "other" lawyer was truly night and day. I trust Wayne, and that's the best compliment I can give. read more

I hired Wayne through my company's pre paid legal service to represent the selling of my condo. Among the law firms the service gave me, his name stuck out because he was his own entity, and somehow I knew he would provide me the personal service that was required to finish the deal. WAYNE DID NOT DISAPPOINT. He treated me like I was his only client. He was efficient. He was patient. He answered all of my questions promptly. He had great follow through. He did not make assumptions on the buyer's documents and made sure that he reviewed everything and requested revisions when necessary. Whenever I called or emailed him, I was able to reach him - if not right then, within an hour. I'm very fortunate to have met an attorney like him. If there was a need for an attorney in the future, with or without the legal plan, he'd be the first person that came to my mind. If there were more attorneys like him in the world... : ) read more

I don't make a habit of commenting on professional services but feel I must make an exception for the service that we received from Wayne Braverman. We purchased a house in the Chicago area and were referred to Wayne by the bank which provided our mortgage. We were not local so had to have someone that we could depend on to do all the due diligence that was needed. Wayne did an exceptional job and everything went well. I have been in a responsible position for a few decades but have never met anyone that has better urgency and follow up than Wayne. No matter what is needed, the time of day or the day of the week, Wayne is available. His work ethic is impeccable. I would feel comfortable referring Wayne to friends and family no matter what legal service is needed. There may be a few attorneys that are as good as Wayne but I honestly believe there are none better. Tony and Barb R read more

Wayne came highly recommended by my real estate agent and I couldn't be more please that I've decided to work with him on my short sale case. When I started looking at the option of short sale my initial thought was that the possibility of success was slim but Wayne really took it upon himself to explore every possible avenue of trying to complete this process successfully. 10 months later not only is my short sale successful Wayne was also able to negotiation the settlement to a number I was comfortable with. Throughout the entire process Wayne was extremely responsive to any inquires on my end and always offered his expert opinion and recommendation as to the best course of action I should be taking. Thanks to Wayne the entire process was easy and I will defiantly recommend him to my friends and family and use his services for any future family, real estate or injury law cases. read more

I have worked with Wayne twice over the past few years - once as a buyer and once as a seller. Selling a house can be incredible stressful and having Wayne on your side gives you confidence everything will get done the right way. In my opinion, when looking for an attorney you want two things: 1. Someone who understands the law, nuances within it, has the specific experience with real estate to keep you protected and advise you along the way, and helps make sure you're getting everything in order and hitting deadlines as there's a lot of moving parts 2. Someone who understands the people element of these dealings as well and will be available, responsive, and understanding Wayne is absolutely both those things and more. My most recent engagement with him was for a particularly difficult situation and he went above and beyond. You definitely want Wayne on your side. read more

If I could give 10 starts, I would! Wayne Braverman is one of the best professionals I have ever worked with period. He is a very diligent, organized, intelligent, knowledgeable and caring lawyer that will deliver results. I have engaged Wayne's services during my divorce and for all my real estate transactions. I will not even think of using someone else. Wayne communicates with you almost instantly, gives you accurate status and provides sounds guidance and advice as appropriate. One thing that really stands up is that even though, he has a very successful practice, you feel as if you were his only and most important client, that is outstanding! HIs work ethic is admirable and per my observation, has a very strong network and reputation among his colleagues and persons in the industry. Simply fantastic! I strongly recommend Wayne's services. read more

Working as a legal assistant over the years I've know many attorneys. Wayne is top-notch! He is so easy to work with and always available to answer questions or deal with any issues. My deal was a multi-family building in Chicago for my mother who died weeks prior to closing. The logistics changed and Wayne was on top of it. Not only did all the logistics change, but the buyer's attorneys were the absolute worst -- dropping the ball on many occasions throughout the deal, but Wayne kept it all together. I will definitely refer him to family and friends and I will certainly use his services in the future. Hats off to Wayne! He's a true professional that puts his clients first. Thanks Wayne. Karen B read more

We worked with Wayne R. Braverman for our recent home purchase, and we couldn't be more grateful! From the very beginning, he was professional, attentive, and incredibly thorough. He explained every step of the process in clear terms, answered our questions promptly, and made sure we always felt informed and protected. His attention to detail was outstanding and even caught issues in the paperwork that could have caused problems down the line and he resolved them quickly. Thanks to his guidance, our closing was smooth, on time, and completely stress-free. We would wholeheartedly recommend Wayne R. Braverman to anyone in need of a real estate attorney. He is truly top-notch. read more

My realtor recommended Wayne to us for the sale of our house in DeKalb County. We cannot say enough good things about him. Wayne was on top of every step of the process, and never were we left wondering where something was left off. His patience, diligence, and knowledge throughout the sale were invaluable. Any time something unexpected came up, Wayne was on top of it, keeping the sale on track, and keeping us calm and informed. With regards to that last point, Wayne has excellent communication skills; he doesn't talk down to you, and explains things extremely well. We would highly recommend his services, and wouldn't hesitate to hire him again in the future. read more

Wayne is simply awesome. Professional. Detail-oriented. Responsive. And always has the interests of his clients in mind. I used Wayne recently to sell my condo and he was terrific. He gave me great, objective advice and peace of mind in knowing I had someone who really knew what he was doing on my side. He's really a calming presence in the often crazy process of buying and selling a home. If I every need an attorney again, Wayne will be my first choice and I will recommend him to anyone I know who could use his services. I share the enthusiasm of all the other reviewers who gave Wayne 5 stars--I would give him 6 if I could. read more

If you are in need of a Real Estate Attorney, Wayne is by far the most intellectual, efficient, diligent, hard working Attorney I have had the pleasure of working with. He is very responsive to emails/calls during and after normal business hours. The process of buying or selling a home is a very strenuous process itself. Having gone through a buy and sale within a 3 month period, I can certainly say that hiring Wayne for both transactions was by far, the best decision I could have made. I have recommended him to friends and colleagues and they have all be very pleased with his service. I'd highly recommend his services. read more

We just closed on our home in Elmhurst, IL and used Wayne as our attorney. He was excellent from start to finish. Unlike many attorneys, he communicated with us regularly and thoroughly. He was always respectful, friendly and courteous and extremely competent. He has offices in the west suburbs and in the city - seek him out if you need an attorney! My only disappointment is that we did not find him earlier to handle other real estate deals. Would not hesitate to use him again in the future or recommend him to anyone. He made the entire process utterly painless to us. A true gem! read more

Wayne Braverman has handled three real estate transactions for me over the past 12 years. I cannot speak highly enough of him. He is very knowledgeable and is good at informing you of all your options. I particularly, liked that he is direct and supportive as he helps in obtaining the best outcome for you. Recently, I had a difficult sale. I am thankful to have had his support throughout the process. His attention to detail proved essential and was valuable when challenges arrived. I highly recommend that you select Wayne Braverman as your attorney. Thank you Wayne!!! read more

Both my wife and I couldn't be happier with Wayne's work. We are first-time home buyers and needed somebody who was patient and professional so he could answer the million questions we had. Wayne went above and beyond our expectations and walked the extra mile every single time we interacted with him. He always kept us informed and called us whenever we had a question. I can't think of anyone better to represent us or defend our interests than Wayne. We'll definitely contact him whenever we need legal advise. Thank you so much for everything, Wayne. read more

The sale of my condo could have been a very stressful operation if it weren't for Mr. Braverman. He has an in depth knowledge of the market and the process and was able to guide us through the process with relative ease. He gave my wife and I guidance when we asked and took our suggestions to heart. He is extremely efficient and very no nonsense when it comes to his approach; something I very greatly appreciated for this entire process. Condo closing can be a very stressful experience, but Mr Braverman made it very easy on both of us. read more