Tamara Hibbard, Real Estate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL
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Tamara Hibbard is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Gould & Ratner.
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- Chicago, ILLINOIS
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- Real Estate
- Handles Real Estate matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
About Tamara Hibbard: Tamara Hibbard is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Gould & Ratner.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Tamara takes on
Tamara concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tamara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate cases in Chicago, Illinois
Tamara 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 Tamara agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Tamara Hibbard — real estate lawyer in Chicago
Tamara Hibbard is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Gould & Ratner.
To Tamara Hibbard, it’s never just a contract — it’s a specific parcel of real estate with a history, a future, and a complex web of stakeholders, from owners and investors to lenders, tenants, and local authorities. Tamara brings a keen awareness of context and a thoughtful ability to balance competing interests, understanding that every deal is shaped as much by people and priorities as by property and paper.
With more than 20 years of real estate law experience, Tamara Hibbard represents developers, landlords, tenants, buyers and sellers in virtually all aspects of real estate law. Specific experience includes:
- Facilitating a retailer’s transition from a build-to-suit tenant to self-development for a new store roll-out
- Working with the preferred developer for a major retailer to acquire, build, open, and sell more than 75 outlets
- Working with a major athletic franchise to acquire and build a premier community hub and practice facility under a redevelopment agreement
- Representing a major fast food chain in the leasing and development of multiple outlets
- Creating and improving an organization’s form transactional documents, process map, and reporting dashboard
- Collaborating with other practices and departments to complete successful mergers and acquisitions
Acting as both in-house and outside counsel throughout her career, Tamara has a unique understanding of stakeholder interests in real estate transactions that allow her to anticipate issues and formulate alternatives for her clients that help transactions move forward quickly and effectively.
Prior to joining Gould & Ratner, Tamara was an attorney at Seyfarth Shaw.
Tamara's approach to real estate cases
To Tamara Hibbard, it’s never just a contract — it’s a specific parcel of real estate with a history, a future, and a complex web of stakeholders, from owners and investors to lenders, tenants, and local authorities. Tamara brings a keen awareness of context and a thoughtful ability to balance competing interests, understanding that every deal is shaped as much by people and priorities as by…
Clients Tamara works with
Tamara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Miami University
B.S.
DePaul University
J.D.
Jurisdictions
Tamara's state bar admissions
Illinois, Illinois S
ACTIVE
Tamara studied at B.S. in Miami University and J.D. in DePaul University.
Law school and academic background
Tamara completed B.S. in Miami University and J.D. in DePaul University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tamara runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Tamara 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
Tamara Hibbard's office in Chicago
Tamara's primary office is at 222 North LaSalle, Suite 300, Chicago, Illinois, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Tamara Hibbard — 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 Tamara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tamara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tamara'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; Tamara 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 Tamara
Tamara 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. Tamara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tamara'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 Tamara Hibbard
How much does it cost to hire Tamara for a real estate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tamara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tamara offer a free consultation?
Tamara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tamara's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Tamara'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. Tamara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tamara take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Tamara 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 — Tamara 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 Tamara?
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. Tamara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tamara accepting new real estate clients right now?
Tamara'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
Tamara handles real estate matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified real estate attorneys in that community.
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