
Sean L. Robertson
Yorkville Real Estate Transactions Attorney
Sean Robertson brings over two decades of legal experience to his role as the Managing Partner at Gateville Law Firm, where he delivers bespoke legal strategies in estate planning, tax strategy, business planning, and asset protection. His practice is focused on addressing the complex legal needs of high-net-worth individuals, business owners, seniors, and financial advisors, helping them to safeguard and enhance their financial legacy.
Sean's extensive experience includes a strong foundation in real estate and transactional law, where he has successfully negotiated intricate commercial leases and managed a portfolio of high-stake transactions. His acumen extends beyond business and real estate law, as he also has a passion for assisting seniors and their families. He is adept at tackling the specific issues they face, such as downsizing, relocation, and estate management, and is skilled in facilitating bond-in-lieu-of-probate transactions to bypass the conventional probate process when it suits the situation.
Throughout his career, Sean has navigated numerous economic downturns, including the 2008 financial crisis, refining a strategic approach that merges real-world experience with a solid academic foundation. He earned his law degree from DePaul University College of Law after completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His legal practice is built on a profound understanding of wealth management and tax law, enabling him to offer crucial advice in today's ever-changing economic environment. Sean’s tactics for asset protection, which include guidance on Series LLCs and holding companies, are designed to protect your investments from legal disputes and creditors.
Sean Robertson is a trusted advisor among peers, including real estate brokers, financial advisors, investors, and business leaders, particularly valued by seniors who need adept estate planning services. His commitment to providing top
- Tax Law
- Tax Planning
- Estate Planning
- Trusts, Wills
- Real Estate Law
- Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
- Residential Leases & Drafting
- Franchise Law
- Corporate & LLC Law
- General Counsel Services
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Illinois
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Founding Partner
- Gateville Law Firm
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- Robertson Legal Group, LLC
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- DePaul College of Law
- J.D.
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- University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
- B.A. | Political Science
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- State Bar of Illinois  # 6282081
- Member
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- Will County Bar Association
- Small Business Advocacy Council Member
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- Joliet Chamber of Commerce
- Ambassador
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- Business Start-Up 101 Presentation to Entrepreneurship Class, Chicago State University
- Real Estate Asset Protection Seminar: Recovery From 2008 Recession
- 10 Things New Trusts and Estates Attorneys Need to Know, National Business Institute
- 10 Things New Trusts and Estates Attorneys Need to Know, National Business Institute
- Trusts from Start to Finish, National Business Institute