Deepa Kuchipudi
Clarendon Hills
Summary
Dynamic principal attorney with extensive experience at DKP Real Estate Ltd, specializing in residential property transactions and contract negotiation. Detail-oriented and results-driven with a proven track record in title examination and conflict resolution, ensuring high client satisfaction and successful and smooth closings. Skilled in strategic thinking and risk mitigation, providing exceptional advisory services to a diverse clientele.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Attorney/Senior Associate Attorney
DKP Real Estate LTD/ Shane E. Mowery
Chicago
05.2012 - Current
- Managed all phases of residential real estate transactions from contract drafting to closing table.
- Conducted and reviewed title examinations, clearing complex defects for insurable title.
- Negotiated purchase agreements, riders, and counteroffers to protect client interests.
- Facilitated seamless closing procedures, including the review of loan documents, disbursement of escrowed funds, and recording of deeds and mortgages.
- Advised clients on property tax assessments and HOA documents.
Associate Attorney
SULZER & SHOPIRO, LTD.
Chicago
02.2005 - 05.2012
- Led Residential Real Estate Department, representing private and corporate relocation clients in real estate transactions.
- Advised purchasers, sellers, developers, lenders, and borrowers in structuring transactions affecting residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
- Drafted and negotiated contracts for leases, amendments, and assignments, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction.
- Negotiated and drafted loan documents, facilitating financing for private lenders.
Associate Attorney
LAW OFFICES OF STEPHEN G. PINTO
Chicago
02.2004 - 02.2005
- Counsel in over 30 mandatory arbitration hearings involving automobile damage and premises liability claims.
- Negotiated settlements between insurance companies and clients.
- Conducted discovery activities including depositions and preparation of legal pleadings to support case strategies.
- Managed contract negotiations, addressed home inspection issues, performed title reviews, resolved survey issues, prepared seller's closing documents, and attended closings to ensure smooth transactions.
- Practice areas include plaintiff's personal injury, workers' compensation, and real estate.
Education
Juris Doctor -
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW
CHICAGO, IL05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Finance
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
URBANA-CHAMPAIGN, IL05-1999
Skills
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Title examination and clearance
- Residential property transactions
- Escrow and closing management
- Due diligence and risk mitigation
- Property tax advisory
- Client advisory and effective communication
- Strategic thinking
- Conflict resolution
Bar Admissions
STATE OF ILLINOIS, 11/01/02
Timeline
Principal Attorney/Senior Associate Attorney
DKP Real Estate LTD/ Shane E. Mowery
05.2012 - Current
Associate Attorney
SULZER & SHOPIRO, LTD.
02.2005 - 05.2012
Associate Attorney
LAW OFFICES OF STEPHEN G. PINTO
02.2004 - 02.2005
Juris Doctor -
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW
Bachelor of Science - Finance
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS