Curtis Fullom, Real Estate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
4 years of legal practice
Chicago, IL
Practicing real estate in Chicago since 2022.
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Curtis Fullom is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Curtis has 4 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- 4 years
- Known for
- Real Estate
- Handles Real Estate matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- 4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
About Curtis Fullom: Curtis Fullom is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Curtis has 4 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Curtis's practice areas in Chicago
Curtis concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Curtis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate cases in Chicago, Illinois
Curtis takes real estate matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Curtis agrees to represent you.
Biography
Curtis Fullom, real estate attorney serving Chicago
Curtis Fullom is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Curtis has 4 years of legal experience. Curtis works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on real estate matters across the region.
Curtis provides practical legal solutions for a wide variety of commercial real estate transactions, helping clients navigate regulatory frameworks and structure deals effectively. He works closely with clients to draft and review contracts, secure investments, ensure compliance, and resolve legal issues—all with the aim of achieving client goals.
Curtis has experience working with clients on a range of entrepreneurial legal matters, including zoning law, business regulations, and contract drafting. His work spans industries from construction to investment, and he has advised clients on both operational and strategic aspects of their businesses.
Prior to joining Barack Ferrazzano, Curtis gained valuable experience as a legal intern at the Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship in Chicago, where he assisted small business owners by providing legal counsel on regulatory compliance, helping to secure investments, and structuring deals.
Working with Curtis on a real estate matter
Curtis provides practical legal solutions for a wide variety of commercial real estate transactions, helping clients navigate regulatory frameworks and structure deals effectively. He works closely with clients to draft and review contracts, secure investments, ensure compliance, and resolve legal issues—all with the aim of achieving client goals. Curtis has experience working with clients on a…
Clients Curtis works with
Curtis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Curtis studied and practices
University of Chicago
J.D. · 2022
Jurisdictions
Curtis's state bar admissions
Illinois, Illinois S
2022 · ACTIVE
Curtis studied at J.D. in University of Chicago.
Law school and academic background
Curtis completed J.D. in University of Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Curtis runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Curtis's legal honors and published work
Curtis has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
Locations
Curtis Fullom's office in Chicago
Curtis's primary office is at 200 West Madison Street, Suite 3900, Chicago, Illinois, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Curtis Fullom — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Curtis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Curtis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Curtis's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Curtis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Curtis
Curtis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every real estate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Curtis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Curtis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Curtis Fullom
How much does it cost to hire Curtis for a real estate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Curtis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Curtis offer a free consultation?
Curtis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Curtis's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Curtis's current terms during booking.
How long do real estate cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple real estate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Curtis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Curtis take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Curtis is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Curtis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Curtis?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Curtis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Curtis accepting new real estate clients right now?
Curtis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Real Estate attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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