Brianna Golan is Chair of the Property Tax group. She services clients across many industries and provides practical business advice to help them achieve their goals. Clients look to Brianna for her straightforward approach and dedication to understanding their business.
Utilizing her diverse experiences to provide a full suite of legal services, Brianna regularly serves as outside general counsel to her clients. She concentrates her practice in the areas of:
- General business issues
- Full spectrum of commercial litigation
- Employment issues
- Workers’ compensation defense
- Property tax appeals
In addition, she has extensive experience in property tax assessment and bankruptcy and reorganizations.
As co-chair of the firm’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility Committee, Brianna is dedicated to the firm’s commitment in diversity and inclusion advancements, not only within the firm but throughout the legal profession and our communities.
Brianna joined GCT in 2012. Prior to joining the firm, she counseled clients in the area of worker’s compensation defense at Maciorowski, Sackmann, and Ulrich LLP.
In her spare time, Brianna enjoys traveling, going to concerts, and spending time with her husband and three children. She is co-chair of the firm's DEIA committee along with Toni Esparza.
EDUCATION
The John Marshall Law School, Chicago, J.D., 2009
Lewis & Clark College, B.A. in English and Communications, 2004
BAR ADMISSIONS
Illinois, 2009
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Illinois State Bar Association
Chicago Bar Association
COURT ADMISSIONS
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
7th Circuit Court of Appeals
HONORS & AWARDS
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Junior League of Chicago
LATEST NEWS & INSIGHTS FROM Brianna L. Golan
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November 13, 2025 News
Cook County’s second installment property tax bills will be issued on November 14, with a payment deadline of December 15. Due to a complete overhaul of Cook County’s property tax technological system, these bills were delayed for months, causing significant fiscal issues within Cook County. Obviously, getting hit with a property tax bill during the holiday season is difficult. While it is too late to appeal the tax bills being issued, contact Brianna Golan today to explore your options on how to decrease next year’s tax bill.
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August 12, 2025 News
The 2025 property tax assessment cycle has begun and now is the time to act! Read more about upcoming property tax deadlines in Cook and Collar counties that could help you save money.
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May 8, 2025 News
The Cook County Assessor’s Office has begun publishing their 2025 assessment values, meaning it is time to file property assessment appeals for your commercial, industrial and residential properties in Cook County!
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April 23, 2025 News
In challenging times, the need for exceptional leadership is always appreciated. That’s what you receive when you work with Brianna Golan. Chicago and Illinois have some of the highest property tax rates in the country but with a proven track record, Brianna is still able to help her clients receive a refund. Read more about how Brianna has helped her clients and upcoming appeal deadlines and township reassessments.
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March 24, 2025 News
Residential property tax exemptions in Cook County are due by April 21, 2025. Brianna Golan shares how to access applications and other exemptions you may qualify for.
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