Illinois License Law
An Illinois real estate broker who is also an attorney licensed in Illinois:
ADoes not need a real estate license to perform real estate activities for a fee
BMay perform real estate licensed activities only through an exemption if acting in their capacity as an attorney, but otherwise needs a real estate license to earn commissions✓ Correct
CAutomatically qualifies for a managing broker license
DMust choose between practicing law and real estate
Explanation
Illinois law provides a limited exemption for attorneys performing real estate activities incidental to the practice of law. However, attorneys who regularly perform real estate brokerage activities for a commission should hold a real estate license.
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