Ben L. Schneider

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Ben L. Schneider

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 17 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Skokie, IL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Probate, Real Estate, Wills & Living Wills

8424 Skokie Blvd., Suite 200, Skokie, IL

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About Ben

Biography

We provide help navigating the complexities of Probate and Trust Administration.

Contact me for your financial fresh start trough Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or Chapter 11 Bankruptcy.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 30%

I help individual and business debtors have a new start through bankruptcy. I am experienced in filing under Chapters 7, 11, and 13.

17 years | 1,200 cases

30%
Probate 30%

17 years | 50 cases

30%
Real Estate 30%

30%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 17 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2008

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Schneider & Stone

8424 Skokie Blvd., Suite 200, Skokie, IL, 60077

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The Law Offices Of Schneider & Stone

27475 Ferry Rd., Suite 130, Warrenville, IL, 60555

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The Law Offices of Schneider & Stone

1320 Tower Rd., Schaumburg, IL, 60173

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Online Presence

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Ben L. Schneider's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing support and on going help!

I hired Ben and his team to handle my bankruptcy and they did a fantastic job preparing all necessary documents but I was in court for 3 minutes with all debts discharged! I have gotten letters from people trying to collect since the bankruptcy and his assistant Eliana has solved all these issues wit...h one email! So efficient, so kind, so devoted! If you need help with bankruptcy, hire Ben and Eliana and relax. They take care!

Ben Schneider

Replied last August 21, 2019

Thank you for your kind words. Representing you has been a pleasure.

Posted by Umar | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compassionate and a Lawyer that actually listens and answers your calls.

The first thing you want to establish with your lawyer is making sure there is a personality match. Clients needing legal representation are typically burried in stress. In my first call with Ben within minutes my stress level went down by quite a bit as Ben took that responsibility and quickly adapt...ed to my personality and from there on it was my least of woories that there would be any communication or personality issues combined his communication and knowledge so eloquent that's beyond admirable and remarkingbly very strong in the industry.

Ben Schneider

Replied last July 16, 2019

Umar thank you for the kind words. If I could rate my clients you would get 5 Stars too!

Posted by Robert | March 28, 2015

A Great Lawyer!

Ben did a great job on our case! He kept us informed every step of the way. He's a little pricey but well worth it. You get what you pay for with attorneys. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone needing debt relief!

Posted by Rosanna | June 25, 2013

Aggressive Smart, Refreshing

Aggressive, results oriented, trustworthy and smart. Mr. Schneider handled a very urgent and sensitive case regarding child custody. Myself being out- of -state was of course out of my league in his states laws and definately needed an aggressive, smart lawyer on my side whom understood what I expec...ted and knew how to get there. He kept me well informed of what I needed to bring to the table as well. Easy to work with , made me feel comfortable all along the way and his staff was also quite smart and attentive. And quite courteously forwarded information to my Colorado team back home to smoothly continue the final order process. With his experience and knowledge my expectations were met and exceeded and my son was brought home where he belongs. Needless to say I will always keep Mr. Schneider in mind for any future dealings in the state of Illinois and more than recommend him and his team to anyone looking for results that make a difference At a very reasonable and fair price. Amazing and refreshing. Thank You Mr Schneider , Sincerely from Co, Rosanna

Posted by kassaundra | June 14, 2013

Excellence

Ben has represented me in my chapter 13 case, he is quite knowledgeable about the process, he helped me to save my property and continues to assist me when I need his help.

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Ben L. Schneider's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brandon Buchanan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Friend

"As a practicing bankruptcy attorney, if I have questions about the law, Ben is the first person I go to for help and advice. I would not have been able to start my own practice if not for his guidance. Ben is not only extremely knowledgeable about the the law, he also cares about and listens to his clients. Unlike some attorneys, Ben treats his clients like people with real needs, not numbers on a spreadsheet."

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Zisl Edelson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is one of the smartest, most honest and strategic lawyers I have ever met in my 20 plus years of legal practice. He has an immense depth of knowledge in bankruptcy law and I trust his judgment 100%. I highly recommend Ben Schneider for Bankruptcy and other commercial litigation matters."

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Vlad Uman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ben for over a year as a fellow attorney in the Chicago community. We have worked as opposing counsel before, and have an ongoing referral relationship. Ben is a skilled and dedicated attorney with extensive knowledge of bankruptcy and family law. I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for strong and effective representation at reasonable rates."

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Gregory Turza

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. The clients of mine who I referred to him are very pleased with his work and advise."

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Erica Minchella

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I practiced in bankruptcy law for eighteen years before moving to another area of law, so I'd like to think that I know a good bankruptcy lawyer when I see one - I do in Ben. The best compliment I can pay Ben, is that he treats his bankruptcy clients like I did - with respect, creativity, tenacity and intelligence. I have no hesitation referring clients to Ben, because I know they will get excellent representation."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Complaint Fee Award, Better Business Bureau

2011

Complaint Free Award, Better Business Bureau

2010

Better Business Bureau Complaint Free Award, Better Business Bureau

2003

National Champion in Persuasive Speaking, National Forensic Association

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Schneider & Stone

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Weingarten & Adler

2004 - 2005

Clerk, Cook County State Attorney's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Northwest Suburban Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

2009 - Present

Better Business Bureau

A Rated Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

Skokie Chamber of Commerce

Member

2008 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2010

Le Tip

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Chapter 13

Chapter 13 Plan Confirmed

Chapter 7

Discharge granted

Chapter 13

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Education

2006

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Skokie Lawyer's Roundtable

Online Marketing Tips for Lawyers

2010

Skokie Lawyer's Roundtable

Red flags that your client should consider bankruptcy

2010

Skokie Chamber of Commerce Financial Roundtable

Advising Clients on How to Prepare for Bankruptcy

2010

Le Tip Featured Speaker

The Chapter 13 Mortgage Strip

2009

Tips for Saving Your Small Business Money

Red Flags for Calling a Lawyer/Chapter 11

2009

LeTip

Real Estate in Bankruptcy

2008

3 Things Every Small Business Owner Should Know About the Law

Business Organization/Contracts

Publications

2003

Great Speeches Drug Courts: A Prescription for Change

2002

Great Speeches Gene Patenting: Who Owns Us?

Languages

English

Activity

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