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Richard J. Forst

3.0
Rating: 4.7

Licensed for 42 years

Family Lawyer at Orland Hills, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Bankruptcy & Debt, Criminal Defense

16061 S. 94th Avenue, Orland Hills, IL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 42 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1983

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014

Location

Law Offices of Richard J. Forst

16061 S. 94th Avenue, Orland Hills, IL, 60487

Law Offices of Richard J. Forst

16061 94th Ave, Orland Hills, IL, 60487-4623

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Richard J. Forst's Reviews

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3.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Doug | June 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

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CARING & EFFECTIVE

Richard Forst handled my Divorce & Bankruptcy. He can be hard to reach at times but whenever we met in person or spoke on the phone, he made me feel like his only client. He was effective & delivered the services I hired him for. I'm satisfied & would recommend his professional services to anyone.

Posted by Joan | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

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Richard Forst

Richard Forst did my husband and my wills. Had them done twice. Did health power of attorney and legal powers of attorney. Suggested land trust for our home . Definately would use Rick Forst again . Relaxed and answers your questions. Never rushed.

Posted by Jose | June 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney

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Great Attorney

I hired Mr. Forst in February 2016 to assist with my parentage case, which included setting child visitation and child support. He was very informative about the process and answered all my questions. He quickly drafted and filed the petitions necessary. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an... attorney.

Posted by Alan | June 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney

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Skilled and wise advice

We hired Mr. Forst for Bankruptcy when we were on the verge of losing our house. The petition was drafted and filed quickly and accurately and he did an excellent job of advising us of what to expect in the bankruptcy process. When the mortgage company offered us a modification, Mr. Forst met with us... and told us in detail the pros and cons of the offer. His counsel was compassionate and spot on at every step of the way. I would recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | April 8, 2014

BEWARE!

He took my money and had me thinking he was working on my simple case of child support. It has been two years and did nothing what so ever. He never had intentions of helping me only but to take my $1200. DO NOT HIRE HIM!! HE WILL STRESS YOU OUT AND DO NOTHING. YOU MIGHT AS WELL DONATE YOUR MONEY... TO A GOOD CHARITY.

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Experience

Rating:  4.7 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.

Suspension issued in IL, 2014

updated on 08/26/2014

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a specific period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Associations

South Suburban Bar Association

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Chicago Bar Association

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Illinois State Bar Association

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American Bar Association

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Education

1983

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Loyola University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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