Otto & Settanni, P.C.

Attorneys & Counselors at Law

About the Firm

Built for
Complex Deals

Multi-Family Acquisition, Disposition & Development Counsel
Investors Structuring, Due Diligence & Closing Representation
Corporate Entity Formation, Contracts & Business Succession
Litigation Dispute Resolution & Courtroom Advocacy

Otto & Settanni, P.C. is a boutique law firm with deep experience in commercial real estate, investment transactions, and corporate matters. We serve developers, investors, operators, and financial services clients who need counsel that understands the deal — not just the documents.

Our practice is built around the needs of clients who move quickly, think in terms of risk and return, and require attorneys who can keep pace. From multi-family acquisitions and development agreements to entity structuring, securities matters, and complex litigation, we provide the kind of focused, senior-level attention that sophisticated transactions demand.

Based in Park Ridge, Illinois, we serve clients across the Chicago metropolitan area and beyond.

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What We Do

Our Practice Areas

Real Estate

We represent developers and investors in multi-family, mixed-use, and investment real estate — from acquisition and due diligence through financing, structuring, and closing. Our clients include sponsors, operators, and private investors navigating complex transactions across the Chicago market and beyond. Private client and residential real estate matters are handled with the same level of care through our private client services.

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Corporate

From entity formation and operating agreements to commercial contracts, mergers, and business succession planning — we provide the strategic legal infrastructure your business needs to grow.

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Estate Planning

Thoughtful planning for your family's future — wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and probate administration tailored to your circumstances.

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Litigation

Skilled courtroom advocacy and dispute resolution for individuals and businesses — including breach of contract, real estate disputes, business litigation, and related civil matters throughout Illinois.

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Michael A. Settanni, Esq.

Partner

  • Commercial & Residential Real Estate
  • Business Formation & Contracts
  • Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning
  • Litigation
MSettanni@OttoLawPartners.com

Frederick J. Otto, Esq.

Partner

  • Civil Litigation
  • Corporate & Business Law
  • Estate Planning
  • Securities Law
fotto@ottolawpartners.com

Our Team

Experienced Counsel, Personal Service

The partners of Otto & Settanni, P.C. bring a breadth of legal experience to every client matter. Whether your needs involve a real estate closing, a business dispute, succession planning, or courtroom representation, our attorneys are committed to delivering thoughtful, results-oriented counsel.

Located in Park Ridge, Illinois, the firm serves individuals, families, and businesses throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. We believe that sound legal advice is a foundation for confident decision-making — in business and in life.

Park Ridge, Illinois

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Park Ridge,
Illinois

Address 3 South Prospect, Suite 206
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Telephone 847.698.1160
Serving Park Ridge, Chicago, and throughout Cook & surrounding counties
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