Keli Knight Hudson is a founding partner of Knight, Mezher & Morris Law Group, a women-owned law firm based in Chicago, Illinois. Her practice focuses on residential and commercial real estate transactions, where she advises clients across a broad range of deal types and structures.

Known for her client-centered approach, Keli tailors her representation to meet the specific needs of each transaction—whether providing hands-on guidance to a first-time homebuyer, leading complex multi-unit or investment transactions, or developing creative solutions for wholesale and non-traditional deals. Her ability to adapt her strategy to the client and the deal allows transactions to move forward efficiently and thoughtfully.

A wife and mother to a young daughter, Keli brings a heightened level of patience, focus, and commitment to her practice—qualities that shape her advocacy and the trusted relationships she builds with clients. She approaches each matter with care, diligence, and a genuine investment in achieving successful outcomes.

Outside of her practice, Keli enjoys travel, live music, and a well-curated day party—and is rarely far from a perfectly made tequila gimlet.

Julia Mezher is a founding partner of Knight, Mezher & Morris Law Group, a women-owned law firm based in Chicago, Illinois. She is an accomplished real estate attorney with more than a decade of experience representing clients throughout Chicago and the greater Chicagoland area, advising individuals, investors, and developers on a wide range of residential and commercial transactions.

Julia represents first-time homebuyers, seasoned investors, and commercial developers with equal diligence and professionalism. Her experience includes negotiating and closing residential and commercial purchases and sales, lease agreements, and complex development projects, as well as structuring real estate trusts and ownership entities to protect assets, mitigate risk, and support long-term investment and estate planning goals.

Known for her meticulous attention to detail and client-centered approach, Julia is deeply involved at every stage of the real estate process. She is valued for her ability to identify potential legal and financial risks early, develop strategic solutions, and guide clients through negotiations with clarity and confidence—earning the trust of clients and colleagues alike, many of whom affectionately refer to her as “Julz.”

Outside of her practice, Julia enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Biggie Smalls and Mase, attending outdoor concerts, and savoring a perfectly made dirty martini with blue cheese olives (shaken, not stirred).

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Yondi K. Morris-Andrews is a founding partner of Knight, Mezher & Morris Law Group, a women-owned law firm based in Chicago, Illinois.

She concentrates her practice on real estate matters and has overseen more than 5,000 residential and commercial real estate transactions. Morris-Andrews represents buyers, sellers, investors, and developers in a wide range of transactions, and is particularly known for her experience handling complex title issues, including matters involving liens, encumbrances, ownership discrepancies, and other challenges that require careful legal analysis and resolution.

Known for her collaborative and strategic approach, Yondi works closely with clients and real estate professionals throughout each transaction. A Chicago native, she offers valuable insight into the city’s diverse neighborhoods and the considerations that matter most when buying or selling property. Clients value her ability to anticipate issues, explain complex legal concepts clearly, and navigate transactions efficiently, helping them move forward with confidence when making one of life’s most significant financial decisions.

Outside of her practice, Yondi is a devoted mother of three—including a set of twins—has an enduring appreciation for Wheel of Fortune, and is always in pursuit of Chicago’s best sidecar.

@YondiMorrisAndrewsEsq

Parice Hackworth is an associate attorney at Knight, Mezher & Morris Law Group, where she focuses her practice on residential real estate transactions throughout the State of Illinois. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, she earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from DePaul University College of Law in 2017.

Since 2018, Hackworth has represented buyers, sellers, investors, and developers in a wide range of residential real estate matters. She brings significant experience in contract negotiation, title analysis, and the management of high-volume transactions, and is particularly committed to educating and protecting her clients as they navigate one of the most important tools for building generational wealth—homeownership.

Outside of her practice, Hackworth is an award-winning baker known for her cheesecakes, pies, and cakes, and a devoted Beyoncé concert attendee who never misses a tour.

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Devyn Gnoske began her career as a real estate paralegal in 2021 and has since developed a strong reputation for her efficiency, precision, and client-focused approach. She works closely with clients to guide them through every stage of their residential sales and purchases, ensuring each transaction moves smoothly from contract to closing.

With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of real estate processes, Devyn excels in document preparation, title clearance, and client communication. Her proactive mindset and commitment to excellence make her an invaluable asset to every transaction she manages.

Devyn takes pride in creating a seamless experience for clients, ensuring that every closing is handled with care, accuracy, and professionalism.

Summer Zegar is a seasoned real estate legal analyst with nearly two decades of experience across residential, commercial, and wholesale transactions. She has guided buyers, sellers, and investors through every stage of complex deals — from contract negotiation and attorney review to title clearance and closing — with precision and care.

Summer earned her Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School in 2017. Before attending law school, she built a strong foundation in the real estate industry through her work as a paralegal, short sale specialist, title representative, and licensed real estate salesperson. This multifaceted background provides her with a comprehensive and practical understanding of both the legal and business aspects of real estate.

Fluent in Arabic, Summer blends technical expertise with a client-centered approach, ensuring that every transaction is handled efficiently, transparently, and in her clients’ best interests. Her depth of experience and commitment to excellence make her an invaluable member of the KMM team.

Ieva Bruzaite is a seasoned real estate paralegal with over a decade of experience and a proven record of successfully closing thousands of transactions. Her deep knowledge of contracts, inspections, and closings allows her to provide clients with dependable guidance and seamless support throughout every stage of the real estate process.

Fluent in Lithuanian, English, and Russian, Ieva ensures clear communication and understanding for a diverse range of clients. Known for her precision, professionalism, and client-focused approach, she consistently delivers efficient and successful results. Ieva’s extensive expertise and commitment to excellence make her a trusted and valued resource in every transaction she manages.

Stephanie Butler is an experienced real estate paralegal with over 15 years of experience handling residential and commercial real estate transactions in Chicago. She has extensive experience managing transactions from start to finish and is highly knowledgeable in Illinois real estate practices.

Known for her hands-on and client-centered approach, Stephanie walks clients through every step of the process so they feel informed, comfortable, and supported from contract through closing.