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Lee R Zeidman
About Lee
Biography
Attorney Lee R. Zeidman has been practicing law since 2008, initially working for a general practice firm in Chicago. Lee established his own thriving practice in 2010 with the litigation and transactional needs of his clients. Fine tuning the focus of his practice, Lee primarily works on family law, real estate and general litigation matters, while guiding countless business clients through their business needs.
Lee has been recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star for 2015-2021, nominated by peers as one of Illinois’ best lawyers, based upon the successes of his representations and experiences. This award is limited to just 2.5% of lawyers in the State of Illinois.
Additionally, Lee is one of the few attorneys on with more than 115 5-star reviews and counting!
Lee earned his Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School and his Political Science B.A. from DePaul.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
60%
18 years
Estate Planning
20%
18 years
Business
10%
18 years
Real Estate
10%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Illinois for 17 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 16 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Zeidman & Carpenter PLLC
4711 Golf Rd., Suite 1125, Skokie, IL, 60076
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Lee R Zeidman's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Real Estate (29)
Residential (23)
Divorce & Separation (17)
Lawsuits & Disputes (11)
Bankruptcy & Debt (8)
Foreclosure (6)
Business (5)
Estate Planning (4)
Family (4)
Child Custody (3)
Contracts & Agreements (3)
Debt Settlement (3)
Employment & Labor (3)
Litigation (3)
Trusts (3)
Child Support (2)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Debt Collection (2)
Wills & Living Wills (2)
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (1)
Commercial (1)
Construction & Development (1)
Criminal Defense (1)
Debt & Lending Agreements (1)
Guardianship (1)
Probate (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
Uncontested Divorce (1)
Wrongful Termination (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Debt Collection
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
He makes everything really easy and stress free
Going through bankruptcy is very scary. I lost a business with a lot of personally guarantees totaling debts amounts in the millions of dollars. When we went under I had no means of ever paying those debts back. With Lee, he really made the process not only easy, but he took the fear and worry out...
Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
A Super Lawyer
Lee recently helped me with a case of breach of contract against someone who refused to pay back a personal loan. I was impressed by his professionalism during the process. He was sharp and accurate in his analysis of the situation. and he was extremely patient to help me understand the legal proc...
Lee R Zeidman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Lee is a trustworthy and reliable attorney with whom I have worked on several matters and who consistently provides valued incite and intelligence when faced with a legal issue. Lee's honesty, tenaciousness and straight forward view on legal matters is refreshing and valuable to the legal community. I have personally witnessed his ability to handle difficult cases with professionalism that is unmatched and I frequently refer clients to him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Lee exemplifies why counsel should have a wide range of understanding, that is broad enough to be extremely competent, and focused enough to be effective. I endorse him in his leadership in advising businesses, yet works hard to be a tenacious and zealous advocate in the select areas of concentration."
"Lee is a top quality lawyer who zealously represents the interests of his clients."
"I've worked with Lee as opposing counsel. He throughly works up a case before filing so that I get a comprehensive package that allows me to easily evaluate his clients' claims and makes for an easier discovery and settlement process. He serves his clients well."
"I endorse Lee. He worked on a case in which our office was Counsel for the Defendant, and he was very ethical and easy to work with."
"I endorse Lee because I have worked with him on several matters. He is thorough, competent, trustworthy, and professional at all times. Mr. Zeidman believes in going the extra mile for his clients and he is a great advocate for them."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Client's Choice, AVVO
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2014
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Founding Shareholder, Zeidman & Carpenter PLLC
2007 - 2009
Clerk and Of Counsel Attorney, Hoogendoorn & Talbot
Associations
2015 - Present
Super LawyersRising Star
2015 - Present
The Wesley Society; Northwestern Memorial FoundationMember
2014 - Present
North Suburban Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Florida BarMember
2008 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Published case: In re Steven Ar*******
Judgment in favor of Client (Ar*******)
Education
2008
John Marshall Law School
JD
2004
DePaul University
Political Science
Publications
2011
Northern District of Illinois Opinions
Northern District of Illinois Transmittal Sheet
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers