Jeffrey Daniel Muntz

I can’t say enough great things about Jeff Muntz. He’s an outstanding attorney, and just a wonderful person. He understands how difficult this process is and does a great job of making you feel like he has your back every step of the way. He communicates quickly and is very clear with options and ...helps you decide on the correct course of action. If he couldn’t call right away he would text me with an update or recommendation. He also thinks outside of the box and his goal the whole time was to get me to the settlement. I switched lawyers after I realized the first law firm I hired was more concerned about billable hours, than helping me protect my kids. My divorce was very complicated, and he helped me get to the finish line without having to go to court. He did a great job recommending a GAL who also had my kid’s best intentions in mind. He’s a lawyer who has a family of his own, and cares about kids and understands. He helped me negotiate a fair settlement, and even through the frustrations of this process he helped me see the bigger picture. He made one of the hardest times in my life bearable because I knew he would fight for my kids and I and had my back the whole time.

Jeff Muntz completely turned my case around - he is the reason my baby boy has equal and frequent access to both me and his mom. As a single father navigating a contentious divorce and fighting for parenting time and overnights, the odds seemed against me. When my previous attorney wasn't able to ...get a favourable outcome, I contacted Goostree Law Group and retained Jeff in January 2021. Swift and to the point, he isn't afraid to take on an aggressive opposing attorney. Shortly after he took my case, my parenting time was expanded to overnights. Throughout the case, Jeff was extremely knowledgeable and professional. The way he bills time is very fair and convenient whenever I needed to have a short phone call with him. He gives clear updates after every court appearance. Most importantly, Jeff's experience as a GAL and understanding of the legal system proved invaluable. He was able to bring the opposing party to the table and negotiated a settlement favourable for everyone, resulting in 50/50 parenting time before our boy turned one. If you're a father reading this now, then you know that's not an easy feat in Illinois. I should add, he makes for a pretty good therapist, though I don't recommend it from a financial standpoint LOL - it's better and cheaper to keep your inner noise to a minimum and go for a jog instead. No doubt divorces can be expensive. Jeff's hourly rate is higher than some other attorneys, but that's for a good reason. In hindsight, I would've spent a LOT less money overall if I had hired Jeff Muntz from the start. For those in the middle of it, hang in there - it does get easier. My case ended in September 2021, and things have been pretty great since. Maybe you're lucky and you're going through an easy case, or perhaps your case is more like mine, and you feel like there's no way forward. Either way, get Jeff!

After leaving a physically abusive relationship, I attempted to negotiate parenting issues amicably; however, it was short lived. My initial interviews with family law attorneys consisted of both male and females, small to large firms, cheap to expensive counsel, and a couple recommendations. I ultim...ately chose Goostree Law Group based on their professionalism, cost-effective guidance, and willingness to listen. I have been extremely pleased with Jeffrey D. Muntz’s support and guidance. I professionally retained Mr. Muntz in late 2014 and he helped me secure many rights as a father. I now have major decision making authority over healthcare and mental health, first right to schedule and attend routine medical appointments, daily communication with my son, among many more. Understanding we all need work-life balance, Mr. Muntz has eased many emotional situations with simple communication emails on nights and weekends, although this has not been an expectation. But let’s get down to where rubber meets the road for most reviewers… Jeff doesn’t schedule unnecessary meetings, phone calls, or other reasons to simply charge clients more billable hours. Contrarily, Jeff and Goostree Law Group have worked with me on outstanding monthly balances through the years. Furthermore, Jeff professionally advocates on my behalf and is thoughtful, putting my son’s best interest first. For example, when I have wanted to escalate various issues, Jeff has provided legal counsel and ways to navigate the “system” to help us achieve desired outcomes. My ex-girlfriend and family have tried to financially bully me into litigation, but Jeff’s keen understanding of the law has aided in justification of submitting petitions at the “right” time. While Jeff and Goostree Law Group cannot change family law, they sure in hell can help you get the appropriate outcomes you need.

Filing for a divorce was not what I had imagined for my life. However, Jeff led us through this process with great professionalism, care, and support. I asked my husband to do this with one lawyer, and though Jeff could only represent me, he was very fair and supportive to us both. His advice and... understanding of when to push, when to let go, and when to just give supportive words helped us to finish the process in just 4 months and without breaking the bank account. Thank you Jeff. You helped to turn a very sad time into a new future.