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Robert Nathan Honig

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  • Elmhurst, IL
  • Licensed for 27 years
Robert Nathan Honig
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About Robert

Experienced & Personable Bankruptcy Attorney / Chapters 7 and 13.

Robert Honig concentrates his practice in Consumer Bankruptcy. The vast majority of his work involves helping families free themselves of debt under the bankruptcy laws. Since 1993, Robert Honig has represented thousands of Chicagoland families, and has freed them from countless millions of dollars of debt.

 

Robert Honig, is native to the Chicago area, having grown up in Skokie, Illinois. Mr. Honig attended Niles North High School, and he is a graduate of the University of Illinois, with a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts (Philosophy). He graduated in 1993 with a Juris Doctor degree from the Chicago-Kent College of Law. He also received a Masters of Law in Taxation from Chicago-Kent in 1998. Mr. Honig is licensed to practice before the Supreme Court of the State of Illinois and the United States Federal District Court, Northern District of Illinois and Central District of Illinois. He is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and the American Bankruptcy Institute. Robert Honig both lives and practices law in Elmhurst, Illinois.

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Practice areas

OtherChapter 13 bankruptcyChapter 7 bankruptcyReal estateBankruptcy and debt
  1. Bankruptcy and debt: 33%

    One thing about bankruptcy that confuses many consumers is the different Chapters of the Bankruptcy Code from which to choose. Although there are several possibilities, most consumers work with their attorneys to choose between only two choices: 7/13

  2. Real estate: 30%

    Mr. Honig represents purchasers and sellers of real estate throughout the Chicagoland area. He has represented individuals not only in purchases and sales of single family residences, but also with condominiums and co-ops.

  3. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 12%

    Chapter 7 is the simplest way to a fresh start, and it is the most common. Technically, the debtor's assets are to be taken and sold so that the proceeds can be distributed to the debtor's creditors.

  4. Chapter 13 bankruptcy: 12%

    Chapter 13 is generally used for consumers who have property that would not be exempt in a Chapter 7; or for people who are behind on mortgage or car payments; or families with higher incomes.

  1. Estate planning: 10%

    Mr. Honig has substantial experience handling wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Having an LL.M in taxation, Mr. Honig is well versed in the estate tax implications that affect estates and is comfortable working with families.

  2. Wills and living wills: 1%

    Mr. Honig can help establish or amend wills or living wills.

  3. Trusts: 1%

    Mr. Honig can help establish or amend your trusts. There are many types of trusts, such as special needs, healthcare, durable, revocable, irrevocable, etc.

  4. Power of attorney: 1%

    Mr. Honig can help prepare or update your power of attorney.

Languages spoken

Hebrew

Contact

116 south York st
Suite 215
Elmhurst, IL, 60126-2723

Website
http://www.suburbanbankruptcy.com/ 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law199306/05/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers86
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Certificate of AttendanceNational Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys2013
      8.4Avvo.com2013
      Certificate of AttendanceNational Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys2012
      7.1 ratingAvvo.com2011
      7.5 RatingAvvo.com2011
      Certificate of AppreciationElmhurst Chamber of Commerce2008
      Army Commendation MedalN/A1993
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      AttorneyRobert N. Honig, Attorney at Law1997 - Present
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMemberN/A
      Illinois State Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Elmhurst Chamber of CommerceMemberN/A
      DuPage County Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Sout Suburban Bar Assoc News LetterUse of Short Term Guardianships in Estate Planning1994
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of TechnologyLL.M - Master of Laws1998
      Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of TechnologyJD - Juris Doctor1993
      University of Illinois, Urbana-ChampaignBA - Bachelor of Arts1990

      Reviews

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      5 Star
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      4 Star
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      Robert's the BEST!

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      Let's face it bankruptcy isn't a pretty thing to go through. Robert was the fourth lawyer that we saw. The ones before him made us feel stupid, incappable or like low-lifes. Robert, on the otherhand, treated us with repect and left us with our DIGNITY. I left the other's offices in tears, feeling really badly. With Robert I actually did shed a tear, but it was because I was so thankful for his kindness, warmth, knowledge and wit. Who would think one could sit in your lawyers office and share a laugh and make a horrible situation bearable?! I appreciate what Robert did for us so much. I would recommend him to absolutely anybody and I wish we could use him for all our lawyer needs. Robert made the whole process easy. He let us know exactly what to expect and had us prepared. We went in and met our lawyer and in the end we had a new friend!

      Fabulous Experience

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      Mr. Honig helped me to declare bankruptcy four years ago and it really changed my life. He was recommended to me by another friend whom he helped successfully and I recommended a work colleague who also had a great experience. It was painless (as painless as bkrptcy can be!), clear and everything he promised to make happen did happen. As a side note, I just called him four years later to get a copy of the documentation of the final discharge papers. He answered the phone himself, spoke to me like a friend and offered to email them to me right then and there. That's the kind of personal attention that I think sets him apart. Also, from my research he was less expensive than comparable attorneys! Very glad to be able to recommend him.

      Screwed by my inspector

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      I consulted with Robert Honig on April 5, 2021 regarding problems I've had with a house built in Lombard in 1949 that I purchased nearly two years ago. Honig was very sympathetic about the more than $6,000 I would have to spend to get my electrical up to code. But he advised me that it could cost $3,000 to $4,000 to hire a litigator to recoup some of the costs from my home inspection company, Insight Property Services.
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      A great guidance councilor !

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      Robert Honig is honest, kind, accurate, highly effective. He took a hard, emotional, challenging situation and made it so much easier to go thru, while educating me at the same time. I am very grateful for his expertise and highly recommend him to anyone seeking consul for bankruptcy.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Strong Professional and Very Thorough

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      A few years ago, I had a business that was forced into closure after 15 successful years. Although incorporated, my landlord had a personal guarantee and was ruthless in his pursuit and built up their damage claims. Unfortunately, this required me to take a path I did not want to go down, but who could I trust? Robert Honig was referred to me and I am very happy I listened. Both he and his office manager, Paula, made the experience as painless as possible; providing me the guidance and legal representation my special needs required. Their work is nothing but top quality and the cost quite reasonable. If you are looking for counsel in his areas of expertise- you can feel very safe with this firm.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Very capable and knowledgeable attorney!

      Posted by

      Robert is a very capable and knowledge attorney who is excellent at making complex issues understandable. He is extremely responsive. Our requests were addressed very quickly. I highly recommend Robert! 5 stars!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Highly Recommend!!

      Posted by

      Robert Honig helped me feel very informed and at ease with each step of my bankruptcy. He talked me through everything and explained what was going to happen next. I am very pleased with his services, and I would highly recommend him to anyone!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Honest, trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable .Down to earth and worth more than he charges.

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      This guy here is by far ,the best lawyer that I have ever used. PERIOD!!! He did what every lawyer should ,but often don't do. He was upfront with me .He is a very nice guy and very approachable. He is not cocky and uninterested in your case after the check clears. Mr.Honig ,gave me a price for his services and that was the actual price. (No really it was). He was great in every category. I have nothing but great things to say about him. His legal aid was just as nice and very knowledgeable .She was on the ball and if you needed something related to your case ,she made sure you received it ,even if she had to ask Mr.Honig or have him call you back.Yes ,they call you back.(I know) .I even threw out a couple of unrelated questions and he actually pulled out a law book ,to make sure that law ,was still the way he explained it to me. He has your back. He realizes he is working for you . Mr. Honig and his staff provided clear and concise excellent customer service. I highly recommend Mr.Honig's law firm . I don't think youll find a better ,all around firm anywhere.

      What every lawyer should be like .

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      This guy here is by far ,the best lawyer that I have ever used. PERIOD!!! He did what every lawyer should ,but often don't do. He was upfront with me .He is a very nice guy and very approachable. He is not cocky and uninterested in your case after the check clears. Mr.Honig ,gave me a price for his services and that was the actual price. (No really it was). He was great in every category. I have nothing but great things to say about him. His legal aid was just as nice and very knowledgeable .She was on the ball and if you needed something related to your case ,she made sure you received it ,even if she had to ask Mr.Honig or have him call you back.Yes ,they call you back.(I know) .I even threw out a couple of unrelated questions and he actually pulled out a law book ,to make sure that law ,was still the way he explained it to me. He has your back. He realizes he is working for you . Mr. Honig and his staff provided clear and concise excellent customer service. I highly recommend Mr.Honig's law firm . I don't think youll find a better ,all around firm anywhere.

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      Going through a bankruptcy was something we thought would never happen to us. Due to unfortunate series of events, we contacted Robert Honig to see what options were available to us. Robert was very helpful in explaining all options. He is knowledgeable about the law and guided us through the process one step at a time. It was easy working with Robert because he responded to our questions very quickly and kept us informed throughout the entire process.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Charles Cannon, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 15, 2011
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Robert knows everything about bankruptcy. I would not hesitate to refer any client to him for help with bankruptcy matters.

      Leonard Becker, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Apr 15, 2011
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Rob is knowledgeable, competent, professional and honest. If I needed BK services, I would look to Rob to guide me toward a fresh start.

      Daniel Winter, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Nov 2, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I've known Rob for about 15 years. I've seen him representing his clients at bankruptcy hearings over the years. I know that he is honest and knowledgeable in bankruptcy law. Rob is a great advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him without hesitation.

      Sarah Toney, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 15, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Robert is incredibly knowledgeable, personable and helpful. When it comes to bankruptcy and debt, Robert is the best around and I wouldn't hesitate to refer friends and family to him. He comes highly recommended and I can't recommend him enough.

      Andrew Houha, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 20, 2011
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Leonard Becker, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Apr 15, 2011
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Rob is knowledgeable, competent, professional and honest. If I needed BK services, I would look to Rob to guide me toward a fresh start.

      Charles Cannon, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 15, 2011
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Robert knows everything about bankruptcy. I would not hesitate to refer any client to him for help with bankruptcy matters.

      Carlos De Leon, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Aug 3, 2010
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Honig is extremely knowledgeable in Bankruptcy matters. He treats his clients with dignity and gets great results for them in court.

      Majdel Musa, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 27, 2009
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Mr. Honig is very knowledgeable in bankruptcy law. He is thorough with his explanations and is happy to answer any questions clients may have throughout the process. I recommend him to anyone in need of bankruptcy services.