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Flanagan | Bilton LLC
1 N. LaSalle St, Suite 2100
Chicago, IL 60602
1 N. LaSalle St, Suite 2100
Chicago, IL 60602
John has over 13 years of experience in the real estate tax sector. He began his career at Flanagan Bilton in 2014. Before joining Flanagan Bilton, John worked at National Tax Search (NTS) and the New York Yankees.
Currently, he runs the firm’s Cook County, IL practice and co-manages its sister company, FB Tax Management (FBTM). John is a member of the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) and the Appraisal Institute (AI).
He attended Culver Military Academy for high school, received his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Miami, and earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the Chicago-Kent College of Law. John is licensed to practice law in Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Nebraska.
Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his family and golfing at Medinah and Hudson National Golf Club.
University of Miami, B.B.A.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, J.D.
Illinois
New York
New Jersey
Nebraska
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Attorney (2014-Present)
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Intern 2011-2014
New York Yankees
National Tax Search (NTS) – National Property Tax Tracking and Reporting
Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Nebraska Bar Associations
International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO)
Appraisal Institute (AI)
Property Tax Attorney
Florida Property Tax
University of Miami, B.B.A.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, J.D.
Illinois
New York
New Jersey
Nebraska
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Attorney (2014-Present)
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Intern 2011-2014
New York Yankees
National Tax Search (NTS) – National Property Tax Tracking and Reporting
Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Nebraska Bar Associations
International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO)
Appraisal Institute (AI)
Property Tax Attorney
Florida Property Tax
Thomas started his career at Flanagan Bilton in 2004 as a summer intern while attending Culver Military Academy. He went on to attend the University of Miami, where he earned both his undergraduate and law degrees.
Before joining Flanagan Bilton full-time in 2013, Tom gained valuable experience at National Tax Search, focusing on property tax payments and GNP, particularly in property management. Tom plays a crucial role in overseeing the firm’s operations across all 50 states and specializes in the Florida market, utilizing his extensive connections and expertise in the state.
He is licensed to practice law in Florida, Illinois, and Massachusetts. In addition to his legal practice, Tom actively manages FB Tax Management (“FBTM”), a property tax payment service, and FB Ventures, the family’s real estate investment platform. He also oversees the management of a portfolio of commercial real estate properties.
Outside of work, Tom is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys fishing, golfing, diving, bow hunting, tennis, and college football. He also spends time at the family farm in Illinois, embracing his passion for nature and land management.
University of Miami, B.B.A.
University of Miami, J.D.
Florida
Massachusetts
Illinois
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Attorney (2013-Present)
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Intern (2007-2013)
GNP Management – Property Management
National Tax Search (NTS) – National Property Tax Tracking and Reporting
Florida, Massachusetts, and Illinois Bar Associations
International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO)
Appraisal Institute (AI)
Certified Arizona Tax Representative
Property Tax Attorney
Florida Property Tax
– Dade County Property Tax
– Miami Property Tax
University of Miami, B.B.A.
University of Miami, J.D.
Florida
Massachusetts
Illinois
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Attorney (2013-Present)
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Intern (2007-2013)
GNP Management – Property Management
National Tax Search (NTS) – National Property Tax Tracking and Reporting
Florida, Massachusetts, and Illinois Bar Associations
International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO)
Appraisal Institute (AI)
Certified Arizona Tax Representative
Property Tax Attorney
Florida Property Tax
– Dade County Property Tax
– Miami Property Tax
Michael began his career at Flanagan|Bilton as a summer intern in 2000 while attending Culver Military Academy. He earned a business degree from Miami University in 2007 and a Juris Doctor (JD) in 2010. A member of both the Illinois Bar Association and the North Carolina Bar Association, Michael brings expertise and dedication to his work.
Outside of his professional life, he enjoys golfing at Sage Valley, Secession, and Hogshead Golf Links, as well as bow hunting, fishing, and beekeeping on the family farm. Michael also leads FB Ventures, the firm’s family office investment vehicle, further expanding his contributions to the firm.
Miami of Ohio University, B.S.
Florida Coastal School of Law, J.D.
Illinois
North Carolina
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Attorney (2009-Present)
National Tax Search (NTS) – National Property Tax Tracking and Reporting
Illinois and North Carolina Bar Associations
Property Tax Attorney
Illinois Property Tax
– Cook County Property Tax
– Chicago Property Tax
Michael began his career at Flanagan|Bilton as a summer intern in 2000 while attending Culver Military Academy. He earned a business degree from Miami University in 2007 and a Juris Doctor (JD) in 2010. A member of both the Illinois Bar Association and the North Carolina Bar Association, Michael brings expertise and dedication to his work.
Outside of his professional life, he enjoys golfing at Sage Valley, Secession, and Hogshead Golf Links, as well as bow hunting, fishing, and beekeeping on the family farm. Michael also leads FB Ventures, the firm’s family office investment vehicle, further expanding his contributions to the firm.
Miami of Ohio University, B.S.
Florida Coastal School of Law, J.D.
Flanagan | Bilton Law Firm, Attorney (2009-Present)
National Tax Search (NTS) – National Property Tax Tracking and Reporting
Illinois and North Carolina Bar Associations
Property Tax Attorney
Illinois Property Tax
– Cook County Property Tax
– Chicago Property Tax