Jonathan Neil Schatz

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Jonathan Neil Schatz

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +7 more

150 North Michigan, Suite 3600, Chicago, IL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jonathan

Biography

Top-rated and trusted divorce attorney in Cook County

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Alimony 11%

11%
Child Custody 11%

11%
Child Support 11%

11%
Divorce and Separation 11%

18 years | 250 cases

11%
Domestic Violence 11%

11%
Family 11%

18 years

11%
Litigation 11%

11%
Marriage and Prenuptials 11%

11%
Uncontested Divorce 11%

11%
Other 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016 2015

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 17 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2008

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Allen Glassman & Schatz

150 North Michigan, Suite 3600, Chicago, IL, 60601

allenglassman.com

Jonathan Neil Schatz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brian | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Jonathan Schatz

Mr. Schatz was recommended to me by a friend who knew I was frustrated with my attorney and the divorce process. For 20 months I had pleaded for a meeting with my wife and her attorney. Both attorneys road-blocked that request and collected handsome sums. 20 hours after hiring Mr. Schatz, the meet...ing was scheduled and a couple months later the settlement agreement was in place. Mr. Schatz listened, identified with me the issues and put the plan in place to get divorced sooner rather than later. We set a court date and took control of the process that would still be going on today had I not hired Jonathan. The divorce process is a joke and everyone knows it. What is not funny is spending thousands of dollars on attorneys who have only their best interest in mind. From the beginning, Mr. Schatz and I agreed that the only course of action was resolution ASAP. Together we got there in spite of the best efforts from the opposition to drag the case on. Thanks to Jonathan for hard work and early morning consults. They were not free but they were very early in the morning and on a schedule that worked for me. The days of attorney arrogance and zero customer service are gone if Mr. Schatz is on the case.

Posted by Bill | December 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent communication and negotiating skills

Mr. Schatz did a solid job for me at a very fair price. He was always available for a phone call and answered emails quickly. He made the process much easier for me than I would have expected. His explanations of the situation, the steps and the strategies of the lawyers on both sides of the case ...were clear and concise and accurate.

Posted by Evelyn | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Custody Battle

Jonathan has helped me in so many ways I don't know where to begin. He is truly invested and having heard horror stories about lawyers, Jonathan has made those stories just stories. He replies quickly to emails. If I didn't understand something, he broke it down in layman's terms and didn't make me f...eel less then for doing so. He has presented me all available options and made sure all the options he offered benefit me and my son in the best ways possible. We won the case (didn't doubt him for a second) and I can't express how much he was truly invested and willing to help me. I appreciate him so much. I am eternally grateful.

Posted by Nicole | January 11, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Amazing lawyer

In my personal experience, divorce is emotional, hard, heart breaking, and much more. With these personal feelings of divorce, Jonathan did an absolutely amazing job with my divorce. It was very reassuring to know that the legal part of my divorce was in great hands. Jonathan was very informative w...ith the divorce process and prepared me for each step. With matters that were very important to me, he worked hard to get my wishes in a respectful and professional manner. Jonathan always responded to my calls or emails in a very timely manner, and took the time to clearly answer questions I had. I always felt comfortable asking questions and seeking advice for decisions that needed to be made. In the end, I always felt good about the decisions that I had to make because Jonathan talked me through all options with each decision. Jonathan was very understanding, supportive, honest, and professional throughout the whole process from deciding to file for divorce to new life after divorce. I highly recommend Jonathan if you are seeking a divorce lawyer.

Posted by Patricia | December 20, 2012 | Child Support

Stop here and hire Jonathan

Jonathan is a brilliant, caring ,detailed ,calm and exceptionally talented lawyer. He is trustworthy and personifies your story in the most articulated and pointed way . Which is what you want. I would say to my friend , "I can't believe he actually picks up his phone, calls me back and will text".... Her response was ,"That is a GOOD lawyer and he has your back." He is responsive in your most tense, unpleasant, disturbing moments. He has been exceptional in a case where my x husband doesn't want to pay child support and files for custody. I am sure I am not alone. Jonathan has been a pleasure to have as a lawyer . Most people can't say that. What I like , is he "gets" it , he is no nonsense, he knows the law and can guide you through the trenches of our judicial system. Which needs to change. Jonathan is the lawyer that you want to have on your side.

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Jonathan Neil Schatz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Esser

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jonathan is knowledgeable, competent and a pleasure to work with."

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Joseph Olstein

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whenever I have a client who needs an attorney for divorce or family law needs, I refer them to Jonathan with great confidence. All my clients are beyond satisfied with his work."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Schatz. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"

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Barry Goldberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sunney Kohlhoss

Family lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan Schatz has handled a number of complex matters for close friends and clients of mine, each yielding a successful result. From thought negotiation to aggressive litigation, Jonathan can handle a wide range of disputes. I would strongly recommend Jonathan as a gifted and trusted attorney."

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Michael Elkin

Family lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan was the opposing counsel in a case the had its twist and turns like any divorce case, but he and I were able to get to the bottom of things without getting sidelined by issues that would consume time, energy and clients' money. It was his very practical approach (aggressive at times) that made it possible to settle. He is very diligent and I unreservedly endorse Jonathan."

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Marie Fahnert

Family lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jonathan and I were opposing counsel on a difficult and highly contested child-custody case. He was always well prepared, honest and straightforward. While he fought hard for his client, I could still rely on his word. His clients are lucky to have him as a lawyer."

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Mark Schondorf

Family lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Kerpel

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Kramer

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Massimino

Litigation lawyer

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Jeffrey Esser

Family lawyer

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Joseph Olstein

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Sunney Kohlhoss

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Elkin

Family lawyer

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Mark Schondorf

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Member, Allen, Glassman & Schatz, LLC

2010 - 2012

Associate, Griffin McCarthy & Rice LLP

2009 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Stein & Stein, Ltd.

Associations

2024 - Present

Provisors

Member

2015 - 2015

National Family Law Trial Institute

Alumnus

2014 - 2020

Le Tip

Vice President

2012 - 2013

KLTR

Education

2012

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

LL.M - Master of Laws

2008

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Skidmore College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

LGBT Division

Property Distribution in Same Sex Divorce

Languages

English

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