Modern Property Tax Solutions
Fanning Law, LLC is a boutique Chicago law firm concentrating on commercial and industrial property tax appeals and incentives.
A new kind of property tax law firm
Fanning Law, LLC was created to advise commercial and industrial property owners in navigating the complexities of the Illinois property tax system. ​
At a time of nonstop local property tax increases and burdensome regulations, Fanning Law was created in order to protect clients' rights and represent their best interests. Clients of the firm include corporations, small business owners, property managers, developers, REITs, and national franchises. ​
Before founding the firm Mr. Fanning practiced law at another property tax law firm in Chicago. Mr. Fanning began his career as a Policy Director in Cook County government while attending law school at night and on a scholarship. Later he became the Chief of Staff to the Cook County Finance Committee and its Chairman, John P. Daley. ​
Mr. Fanning is admitted to practice law in Illinois and has successfully adjudicated appeals before the Cook County Assessor, Cook County Board of Review, DuPage County Board of Review, Lake County Board of Review, Will County Board of Review, Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board, and Cook County Circuit.
Proven Track Record of Success
At a time of nonstop local property tax increases and burdensome regulations, Fanning Law was created in order to protect clients' rights and represent their best interests. Clients of the firm include corporations, small business owners, property managers, developers, REITs, and national franchises.
$10 Million
Property Tax Incentive Achievement
Successfully secured a 6b property tax incentive for an industrial facility that was worth in excess of $10 million over the term of the incentive.
$250,000
Property Tax Refund Success
Litigated an appeal before the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board for a nationally branded hotel owner, reducing the valuation of the property by $2,850,000. The subsequent refund on taxes paid was in excess of $250,000.
7c Tax Incentive
Approved By Chicago City Council
Unanimously passed a 7c property tax incentive on behalf of a small business owner before the Chicago City Council.
$140,000+
Certificate Of Error Appeal
Adjudicated a certificate of error appeal for a national restaurant franchise owner that resulted in refunds in excess of $140,000 on taxes previously paid.
Legislative Victory
Appeals Rights Expanded
Helped draft and pass legislation in Springfield that gave townhome and homeowner associations the right to file a joint appeal at the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board on behalf of all owners.