How a Consumer Hired a Lawyer to Review a Lease Modification Agreement in Illinois

In 2023, a personal client in Illinois posted a project seeking assistance with reviewing a lease modification agreement. As a first-time small business owner, the client received a commercial lease that included a personal guaranty requirement from the landlord's attorney. They needed legal counsel to thoroughly review the lease and the guaranty, in order to provide guidance on developing a counteroffer and addressing potential concerns regarding renewal terms. As a result, the client received three proposals from licensed lawyers, with flat fee bids ranging from $365 to $1,550, all submitted to meet the client’s deadline of less than one week.