Law Office of Michael Mogan

The Law Office of Michael Mogan provides focused property tax consulting services to Chicago property owners facing excessive assessments. With a background combining tax law and real estate valuation, we bring unique expertise to challenging inflated property valuations and securing substantial tax reductions. Our practice emphasizes personalized service and direct attorney involvement in every case. We don't operate like high-volume mills that process hundreds of appeals superficially. Instead, we carefully analyze each property's specific circumstances and build compelling cases based on solid evidence and legal precedent.

We handle the complete spectrum of property tax appeals, from initial assessment reviews to complex commercial valuation disputes. Our residential services include homestead exemption applications, senior citizen appeals, and protests of excessive increases following reassessments. For commercial clients, we manage sophisticated appeals involving income capitalization challenges, functional obsolescence claims, and market approach disputes. Beyond traditional appeals, we provide strategic tax planning advice to help property owners understand upcoming reassessments and prepare for potential challenges. Our litigation services extend to Tax Court proceedings when administrative appeals don't achieve fair results. We also assist with property tax issues in real estate transactions, ensuring buyers understand their potential tax exposure and sellers maximize their position during negotiations.

We begin with a detailed consultation reviewing your property's assessment history, recent market activity, and specific factors affecting value. Our analysis includes legal research on relevant precedents and assessment methodologies applicable to your property type. If we identify viable grounds for appeal, we'll discuss strategy and expected outcomes before you commit to representation. Our appeals process involves comprehensive evidence gathering, including professional appraisals when necessary, and preparation of detailed legal arguments addressing assessment errors. We handle all administrative proceedings and maintain direct communication with assessment officials. If administrative appeals don't achieve fair results, we're prepared to pursue Tax Court litigation to protect your interests.

We focus primarily on Chicago and Cook County, where our deep knowledge of local assessment practices and legal precedents provides maximum value. Our practice extends throughout northeastern Illinois for significant commercial properties and complex legal issues requiring specialized expertise. We're particularly familiar with Chicago's diverse neighborhoods and the unique valuation challenges they present.