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Damon Ritenhouse is a Partner at EV Has, LLC and is responsible for supervising all aspects of litigation at the office. In this role, he works collaboratively with the other EV attorneys to formulate new legal strategies and tactics. Damon strives to keep up with changes in the law and is always searching for any advantage that can be gained in defense of his client’s rights.
Prior to law school, Damon attended Illinois State University, where he earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Criminal Justice. While attending graduate school, he also worked as at the McLean County State’s Attorney’s Office, advocating for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
After moving to Chicago in 2007, Damon began his legal studies at DePaul University College of Law. During law school, Damon was active in the Center for Public Interest Law and earned a certificate for his pro bono service. He was also a 711-licensed law student at the Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago, where he defended clients in housing court.
Upon receiving his law license, Damon joined EV Has as a foreclosure defense attorney. Since joining the firm, he has handled several hundred residential and commercial foreclosure files and has successfully argued motions in courts all over the state of Illinois. Damon enjoys working with his clients to find solutions to their issues and is proud of the many homes that he has helped to save during his tenure with the firm.
In addition to his work at EV Has, Damon also serves as the supervising attorney for the Neighborhood Legal Assistance Project (NLAP), which is a legal help desk providing brief legal services to homeless clients in the South Loop. He has also published articles on topics including trustee plaintiffs in foreclosure cases, Title VII race discrimination and the rights of gay parents.
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11757 SW Highway, Palos Heights, IL, 60463
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Posted by Mary Mitchell | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
Mrs. Mary Mitchell
I was sent a letter of foreclosure which I thought was not merited. I contacted Damon's office and immediately I got answers and relief as I was explained my rights and that they could help. It was the christmas season and just talking to the Paralegal "Zack" helped me to breath again. I was sched...
Posted by Fletcher | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
Best Attorney I Have Ever Worked With....
I needed a strategic plan as I was in a situation where all known (at that time) options were bad. Due to an illness, I went into foreclosure. I obtain a Lawyer, but we were just "kicking the can down the road" - there was no "end-game". I fired that Lawyer and obtained Damon. With Damon, we ...
Posted by Louis | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
President of Real Estate Development firm
Damon represented me on a delicate and complex matter for over two years. Damon throughout our relationship was competent, trustworthy, and deliberate. His legal advise was sound. He was creative and intellectually aggressive. I HIGHLY recommend him.
Posted by Wentworth | August 20, 2014 | Foreclosure
Foreclosure Action
Foreclosure is hard for anyone to endure, no matter how much knowledge you may have. It is refreshing to find someone that will listen and work with you to make sure that your interests are protected and that you are informed of your options. It is a relief to be able to leave a message (whether it...
Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2014 | Debt & Lending Agreements
Excellent attorney
Damon has been working with my husband and I on obtaining a loan modification for our mortgage. Damon has been extremely helpful with providing and explaining our options for the best course of action to take with our lender. He keeps us informed on the progress of our case and is diligent in resp...
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ritenhouse is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the sharpest and most even keeled attorneys I know. His demeanor and ability to work with the parties to reach optimal results is impressive, and a quality much sought after. Yet he is not afraid to litigate matters aggressively and fervently to the bitter end."
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2019
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America
2019
Annual Recognition, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
2018
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America
2017
Outstanding Service to the DePaul Community Award, DePaul University College of Law
2017
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America
2012 - Present
Attorney, EV Häs, LLC
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
2007 - 2008
Law Clerk, Sorman & Frankel, Ltd.
2005 - 2007
Victim Advocate, McLean County State's Attorney's Office
2017 - Present
Leading LawyersEmerging Lawyer 2017 (Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate)
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
Supervising Attorney
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
MS - Master of Science
2005
BS - Bachelor of Science
2026
Defending Against HELOC Foreclosures
2015
2014
2013
2013
2011
English
Legal Answers
Why is a va foreclosure different from a regular one?
27 Feb 2018
A debt collector, Direct Recovery called My ex husband and left a detailed Message about a debt i owe. What can i do?
05 Mar 2018
Can an ex landlord sue me two years later after he broke the lease and asked me to move out?
16 Jul 2017