Burton Sanford Hochberg

Burton Sanford Hochberg

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody

Schiller Ducanto & Fleck LLP, 200 N La Salle St Fl 30, Chicago, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 51 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1974

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 50 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1975

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Burton Sanford Hochberg

Schiller Ducanto & Fleck LLP, 200 N La Salle St Fl 30, Chicago, IL, 606011019

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Burton Sanford Hochberg's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Do not hire

I hired Burt and was not pleased with his performance. I did not trust his advice and felt his firm was more interested in continuing the case rather than settling it. I would suggest that you hire another firm. He was overmatched by my ex's attorney.

Posted by Amy | January 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Professional, Compassionate & Highly Knowledgable

I will always be grateful to Burt Hochberg and his team for their unwavering commitment and professionalism while representing me during my divorce. Initiating a divorce is a life altering a decision and it can be difficult to know where to start. Fortunately, Burt immediately put me at ease. D...uring our initial meeting he patiently listened to my particular situation, needs and concerns. He explained the end-to-end legal process, including alternatives to divorce and settlement options. He managed my expectations regarding typical time frames and the expenses I should expect to incur. Burt answered all of my questions, and at the end of our meeting, I felt well educated and informed. From that point forward, Burt and his team acted swiftly, efficiently and effectively on my behalf. They were easy to reach, and my questions were always answered promptly and professionally. I was kept informed by office meetings, phone calls and emails. While representing me in court, Burt was confident, thorough and delivered results. He did not engage in unnecessary drama or theatrics with the opposing party (despite their best efforts). Out of the courtroom, Burt was a compassionate, pragmatic and thoughtful person, who always made me feel like I was his most important client. I am thankful I am not one of those people who have a horrible divorce story to tell. I had the benefit of the support and guidance of a clever and gifted legal team, reaching an outcome in my favor (exceeding my expectations) without sacrificing my dignity or integrity. It wasn’t easy, but having Burt Hochberg as my attorney made all the difference.

Posted by Joseph | October 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney

The Absolute Best

I found Burt on this website and reached out to him in a time of desperation. I was in the middle of a contentious divorce and I had been through two other attorneys who were outmatched and overwhelmed by my wife’s attorneys and their despicable tactics to prevent me from seeing my child. Burt met w...ith me and after hearing my story, wanted to help. From the moment Burt entered my case things turned around for me for the better. In the end, Burt got everything that I wanted for my child and myself, most importantly equal parenting time and joint custody. I can’t begin to describe how much it means to me to be able to have this time to parent my child. Every moment is a joy. Burt helped make that possible.

Posted by Lora | March 11, 2015

Burt Gets it Done

Burt has represented me in seeking child support three different times. Not only did I obtain the results I was hoping for, but he even helped me secure a 503 trust to ensure I would receive future support. I didn't use Burt as my original divorce attorney, but I wish I had because I am positive I... would have had a very different outcome. He is truly the best there is and he will work diligently and professionally to help you obtain the outcome you deserve.

Posted by Gena | August 21, 2013

Professional, attentive, effective, and kind

Burt was my attorney, my advocate, my guide, and on some days my therapist during the arduous 18 months of my divorce. The process was highly contentious and delicate, as it hinged on a parenting agreement for a toddler. Through the entire ordeal, Burt was patient, supportive, and informative. He an...swered every email and every panicked phone call. He explained the law, the consequences of the law, as well as the real world implications. Although I was not a "big" client, I always felt like I was Burt's top priority. He fought for every extra hour on the parenting agreement and every extra dollar on the child support. Nothing was too minuscule if I deemed it important. In addition to the personal attention, I was grateful for Burt's cognizance of my finances and the mounting legal fees; he made sure we didn't "spend $10,000 to get $5,000." The resolution was almost exactly what I asked, a feat I am not sure could have been accomplished by anyone else. Divorce is a miserable, gut-wrenching, torturous process. I couldn't have survived it without him.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2016

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2014

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2013

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Listed in The Best Lawyers in America, by Neifeh and Smith, The Best Lawyers in America

2013

Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2012

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2011

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2010

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2009

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2008

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

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2007

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2007

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2006

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2006

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2005

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2005

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2004

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2003

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2002

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2001

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Senior Partner, Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP

Associations

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Member

1998 - 2004

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Co-Chairman, Admissions Committee

1997 - 1998

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Chairman, Membership Committee

1994 - 1997

Illinois Disciplinary Commission

Hearing Board Member

Education

1974

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

University of Wisconsin, Madison

B.B.A

Speaking Engagements

2012

Masters candidates at the School of Social Work

How Social Workers Interact with Divorce Attorneys

2011

Informational Session

Top Ten Myths in Illinois Divorce Cases

Publications

2018

Family Law Topics Blog Bitcoin and Divorce

2017

2016

Family Law Topics For Better or For Worse

2016

Family Law Newsletter Is It A Gift or A Loan?

2015

Family Law Topics Infidelity

2015

Family Law Topics Couches, Lamps and Ashtrays

2013

Leading Lawyers Magazine Consumer Edition Burt Hochberg: A Calm Voice During Divorce Chaos

2011

Illinois Bar Journal Imputed Income for Support Awards

2011

2003

Family Advocate Valuing A Hedge Fund

Languages

English

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