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How to Revoke Estate Planning Documents

The only constant in life is change, and usually after a significant change, an individual may face the strenuous task of adjusting their estate plan. An estate plan may consist of a revocable trust, a will, or powers of attorneys. Below are the following ways in which an individual may revoke each of the following... Read more »

Do I Need an Irrevocable Trust?

Do I Need an Irrevocable Trust? We are often asked by potential clients whether it makes sense to create an irrevocable trust. An irrevocable trust is a trust that is set up for a specific purpose and cannot be undone under most circumstances. Therefore, it is a permanent trust until the trust purpose has been... Read more »

Powers of Attorney for Students Going Away to College

During these unprecedented times, it is normal for you to want to take every necessary measure to make sure your family is always prepared. Imagine not being able to make legal decisions for your child going away to college. Without a power of attorney (POA), a parent cannot handle certain matters on behalf of their... Read more »

Why 2021 is a Great Year to Appeal Your Lake County Property Taxes

In Lake County, property taxes are some of the highest in the country. Every homeowners’ tax bill gets recalculated every year. Thankfully, you can take steps to try and lower your tax bill by appealing. Filing a tax appeal can be intimidating, but it’s a crucial step towards potentially lowering your tax bill in... Read more »

Illinois Child Custody in Divorce Proceedings

Illinois child custody rules are not always straightforward. Needless to say, in a divorce proceeding, a lot is potentially on the line. Understanding the child custody rules in Illinois is critical for ensuring the best outcome for you and your children. Let’s review the basics of child custody below: Illinois Child Custody Rules Child custody... Read more »

Practice Areas

We practice the following categories of law: Business Formation, Business Litigation, Business Mergers and Acquisition, Shareholder Representation, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Litigation, Foreclosure Defense, Short Sale, Deed-in-Lieu, Loan Modifications, Chapter 7 Bankrutpcy, Chapter 13 Bankrutpcy, Debtor Defense, Collections Defense, Fair Debt Collections Practices Act Claims, Lemon Law Claims, TCPA Claims, RESPA Violations, Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Traffic Violations, Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts, Power of Attorney, Living Will, Asset Protection Trusts, Special Needs Trusts, ILITs, Trust Administration, Estate Administration, Probate, Probate Administration, Small Estate Affidavits, Estate Litigation, Trust Litigation, Probate Litigation, General Civil Litigation, Adult Disabled Guardianship, and Minor Guardianship. This is not a complete list. Call our office and speak with an attorney to see if we will cover your particular legal need.

Municipalities Served

We represent clients in the following municipalities: Antioch, Arlington Heights, Bannockburn, Barrington, Beach Park, Buffalo Grove, Deer Park, Deerfield, Fox Lake, Fox River Grove, Glen Ellyn, Grayslake, Green Oaks, Gurnee, Hainesville, Hawthorn Woods, Highland Park, Highwood, Indian Creek, Island Lake, Kildeer, Lake Barrington, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Lake Villa, Lake Zurich, Lakemoor, Libertyville, Lincolnshire, Lindenhurst, Long Grove, Mettawa, Mundelein, North Barrington, North Chicago, Old Mill Creek, Park City, Port Barrington, Riverwoods, Round Lake, Round Lake Beach, Round Lake Heights, Round Lake Park, Third Lake, Tower Lakes, Vernon Hills, Volo, Wadsworth, Wauconda, Waukegan, Warrenville, Wheaton, Winfield, Winthrop Harbor, Zion, Chicago, Evanston, Elgin, Des Plaines, Elmhurst, Glencoe, Glenview, Kenilworth, Naperville, Aurora, Northbrook, Northfield, Palatine, Park Ridge, Rolling Meadows, Rosemont, Schaumburg, Skokie, South Barrington, Wheeling, Wilmette, Winnetka, Villa Park, Carol Stream, Elmhurst, Lisle, Downers Grove. This is not a complete list. Call us to see if we cover your municipality.

Consumer Bankruptcy

For those consumers who have found themselves in financial distress, the time to explore whether bankruptcy is an appropriate remedy is sooner, rather than later.

Business Formation and Litigation

Our wide-ranging services are designed to help business owners meet their legal goals without the need for retaining multiple firms. If you are in need of legal representation for your business, contact us today.

Consumer Rights Law

If you or anyone you know has suffered loss from the unfair, dishonest, deceitful or fraudulent practices of car dealership, please have them contact Johnston Tomei Lenczycki & Goldberg LLC to discuss their legal options.

Criminal Law

If you have been charged with a crime, you will need an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side, fighting for your rights as soon as possible.

Estate Planning With Wills and Trusts

Estate planning is the formal process of creating a legal framework to make sure that a person's assets are passed to their intended beneficiaries while avoiding detrimental outcomes such as probate, litigation, and estate taxes.

Family Law

A divorce can be very stressful. The outcome of a divorce could affect the rest of your life. For these reasons, if you are considering beginning a divorce proceeding

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ATTORNEY PROFILE

Timothy M. Johnston

Co-Founder and Partner

I began my practice over 11 years ago with the determination to make things better for my clients and my community. That continues to be the focus of my practice, and I look forward to many years’ of future service to my neighbors and friends.

Michael A. Goldberg

Co-Founder and Partner

I am a lifelong Chicagoland resident with a passion for helping families plan their estates so their loved ones are cared for upon their passing. I utilize wills, trusts, powers of attorney for property and healthcare, with the goal of both…

Alan K. Lenczycki

Co-Founder and Partner

Alan K. Lenczycki is an experienced litigator and counselor focusing his practice on family and criminal law. A former prosecutor for six years in the State’s Attorney’s Office in Lake County, Illinois…

Robert J. Tomei

Co-Founder and Partner

Robert is a lifetime Lake County resident, born in Libertyville, Illinois and raised in the neighboring Village of Gurnee. Robert was admitted to practice law in the State of Illinois on November 1, 2012.