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 Debbie | January 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Jonathan is great!

No matter what you are looking for in a divorce attorney, you will get it with Jonathan. He is calm, thoughtful and compassionate when you need him to be, and when you need him to fight for you, he will approach it with heart, determination and strength. I couldn’t have asked for a better advocate du...ring one of the most difficult years of my life.

Posted by Scott | June 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A unicorn...

Jon is a unicorn in the disgusting profession of divorce law. After firing a big name firm that did nothing and charged a fortune, it was a breath of fresh air with Jon. I NEVER write reviews, but I am glad to do this for him. Jon is fairly priced, but more importantly only bills for what is don...e and uses common sense. I never felt over charged for something like a simple phone call, where the previous firm would bill for a 5 minute call. I believe he did a excellent job on the case and keeping my sanity. You will never be 100% satisfied with a divorce attorney as they work in a ugly and unfair area of law, but Jon did a excellent job. If opposing consul did the same, it would have been over a lot quicker. Jon has morals.... Very rare! Thx Jon

Posted by Mohammed | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Great Lawyer

Jonathan is an amazing lawyer, very knowledgable and very responsive, you send him an email and within minutes at 10 pm he responds, this is a very important thing when going through a difficult time. he's knowledge in the law brings the case to much shorter processing time. I hired him after g...oing with 2 other lawyers and I wish I hired him from the start. if you're looking for a good lawyer who responds in time and addresses the concerns in time, this is the right fit.

Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing Lawyer

I am beyond happy that I was represented by Jonathan. He was always well-prepared, calm, professionally confident and persistent. He was sensitive to my emotions re my situation but also direct and pushed for a solid resolution when negotiating with my terrible ex. I've already recommended Jonat...han and will again should the opportunity arise.

Posted by Nicole | July 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Top-Notch!

My ex-husband was making, what should have been a simple straightforward process, extremely difficult and was trying to take everything from me, but John was so supportive and truly advocated in my best interest and kept my abreast of all proceedings and information. He really took a personal interes...t in my case and in me as an individual, not just a client. it was very reassuring to have a genuinely knowledgeable and professional lawyer on my side. He made a very stressful and emotional situation easier to cope with. I am very pleased with his services and would recommend John to anyone needing legal advice or services.

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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

Activity

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