Atty. Andrew D. Small
Andrew has extensive experience in commercial real estate advising real estate investors, funds, finance companies, sponsors and operating companies on private equity capital raising, finance (including preferred equity and mezzanine), investment and development of commercial real estate. He also advises on the formation of joint ventures to own, operate, develop and finance global real estate.
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL
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About Andrew D. Small at a Glance
Andrew D. Small is a real estate attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Andrew D. Small
- Andrew has extensive experience in commercial real estate advising real estate investors, funds, finance companies, sponsors and operating companies on private equity capital raising, finance (including preferred equity and mezzanine), investment and development of commercial real estate
- He also advises on the formation of joint ventures to own, operate, develop and finance global real estate
- He regularly represents lenders with participations, modifications, originations and workouts of commercial real estate financings
- Andy is frequently recognized as one of the nation’s top real estate attorneys
- Andy is one of only five lawyers ranked Band 1 for Real Estate in Illinois in the 2022 edition of Chambers USA and one of only six lawyers ranked Band 1 for Real Estate in Illinois in the 2021 edition, with clients noting “he is responsive, reasonable and practical,” and that “he is an exceptional lawyer.” Andy is also an Adjunct Professor at The University of Chicago where he teaches the “Real Estate Transactions” course
Practice Areas Explained
Andrew D. Small's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew D. Small handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Andrew D. Small
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Andrew D. Small's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Andrew D. Small's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Andrew D. Small attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Andrew D. Small Handles in Chicago
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