In Illinois, the seller's attorney typically selects the title company that will handle the escrow and closing process.
You must file either (1) Form PTAX-203 and any required documents with the deed or trust document or (2) an exemption notation on the original deed or trust document at the County Recorder's office within the county where the property is located.
State of Illinois | Department of Financial & Professional Regulation.
A: There are more than 12,000 title insurance agents authorized to operate in Illinois.
Also, in IL, attorneys are title agents. They receive some of their compensation from the title company. The seller's attorney picks the title company and this is where the closing is held. The seller buys their title insurance from this company.
In Illinois, the seller or seller's attorney typically selects the title company. In some cases, the title company may be selected by the lender or negotiated between buyer and seller.