Howard Peritz

Howard Peritz

also known as The Law Offices of Howard Peritz

4.2
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 41 years

Litigation Lawyer at Deerfield, IL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Divorce & Separation, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy ... +3 more

1121 Lake Cook Road, Suite P, Deerfield, IL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2007
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About Howard

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Litigation 30%

I have been litigating all aspects of civil law and some areas of criminal law for my entire career. I have tried, and won, contract disputes, divorces, mechanics lien issues, personal injury and property damage issues. This is my favorite area of the law. Although I believe in the maxim that a bad settlement is better than a good verdict, it is still important to take into consideration intangibles such as the cost of the litigation to the client viz a viz the possible outcomes.

42 years | 500 cases

30%
Divorce and Separation 25%

I have been representing clients in divorce and separation, although mostly divorce, for my entire career. I have settled most, as most wind up settling, but I have also gone to trial where necessary.

42 years | 500 cases

25%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 15%

While I have represented three corporations in Chapter 11 proceedings, the balance of my bankruptcy practice has been representing individuals in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases. This includes fighting adversaries filed against my clients.

39 years | 150 cases

15%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 15%

While I have represented three corporations in Chapter 11 proceedings, the balance of my bankruptcy practice has been representing individuals in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases. This includes fighting adversaries filed against my clients.

39 years | 400 cases

15%
Arbitration 10%

In the past, represented insurance companies in property damage cases. A large part of the 500+ is as a result of that practice. Now, I represent some insurance companies, individuals and other businesses in arbitrations including cases relating to construction and mechanics lien issues.

34 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 41 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1984

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2007

Location

The Law Offices of Howard Peritz

1121 Lake Cook Road, Suite P, Deerfield, IL, 60015

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Howard Peritz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Shawntell | February 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney!

Howard and his staff are unbelievable and I will be coming to them for all my legal needs in the future. Patient, available when needed and calm, cool and collected when I was freaking out - what more could I ask for? Prices were extremely reasonable and he didn't make me go broke with fees! Thank... you, Howard. You and your staff are fantastic

Posted by Mia | July 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce

Mr. Peritz is an amazing attorney. He was patient, compassionate and empathetic without being condescending. He is a credit to his profession. He explained everything thoroughly and in layman's terms. I would recommend him and his firm to my friends and family. Thank you Howard!

Posted by Sarah | June 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Run

If you really take reviews seriously. Run!!!! He is not professional at all. My divorce should have taken six months but because he didn't take action right away, it took a year. He didn't have the letter serve. I has to chase him down and then do the work myself. Thank God it's over. I won't recom...mend him to anyone. I had to have him correct my name twice. He couldn't get the video to work before the judge. I end up being last and I didn't know if I was going to get divorce or not. Please run. It's your fault if you don't

Posted by Jeff | October 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce, OP, probate,bankruptcy

I have been using Howard for my situations, he's gone above and beyond for me. I continue to have him represent me and I would definitely recommend him to anyone that can use his services. He has been representing me for about 10 years.

Posted by Dayanara | May 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I would highly recommed

Howard Peritz provided legal advice and guidance during a difficult situation. I found him to be experienced, responsive, knowledgeable and honest. He is sincere and will tell you where you stand and in what direction you should go. He demonstrates tenacity and compassion; never losing site of the en...d goal, to protect, defend and have the best outcome for his clients. While working with Howard, I always felt as though my situation was in trustworthy hands, and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal representation.

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Mary Lyons

Litigation lawyer | Jul 10

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"I thoroughly endorse this lawyer. I have known Howard for over 8 years in the capacity of opposing counsel and co-counsel. I have found Howard to be dedicated, hard working, ethical, an excellent trial attorney and detail oriented. I have had only positive experiences with Howard."

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2007.

Suspension followed by probation issued in IL, 2007

updated on 04/16/2013

This type of suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice the State monitors the his or her activities for a period of time.

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner/Attorney, The Law Offices of Howard Peritz

2003 - 2007

Managing Attorney, Paul B. Wharton & Associates

1992 - 2003

Owner, Howard Peritz

1988 - 1992

Senior Associate, Levine Shifrin & Associates

1988 - 2020

Attorney 3, Montgomery Ward Life Insurance Company

Associations

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Lake County Bar Association

Member

McHenry County Bar Association

Member

Federal Trial Bar Association

Member

Languages

English

Activity

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