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A licensed attorney since 2005, I have been representing clients in Divorce and Family Law for over 10 years. The Law Office of Jeffrey R. Esser was founded in 2011 to provide clients with personalized solutions for their legal issues.
After receiving a bachelor’s degree in Classics from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, I earned a law degree from the University of Southern California. I am licensed to practice law in Illinois and concentrate my practice on contested and uncontested divorce, child support services, wills and trusts, and prenuptial agreements.
Because I believe everyone should have access to a competent attorney, I take on pro-bono cases through Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, and have earned CVLS’s Distinguished Service Award in 2010 and 2012.
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21 years | 100 cases
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Posted by Keenan | November 22, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Uncontested Divorce
Jeffery in my opinion is the best divorce lawyer here I chicago he worked with me as far as a payment arraignment he handled my case with diligence and perfessionalism . He was able to work with me with scheduling a court date he made the process simple and pain free I defiantly recommend him to any...
Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Great divorce attorney
Jeffrey Esser handled my divorce with care and efficiency. He is knowledgable, reliable, and answered all of my questions. He told me what to expect and guided me along the process. He definitely made me feel more at ease with a very difficult situation. I have already reccommended his services and I...
Posted by Patrice | December 05, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Divorce Client
Jeffrey was very professional and courteous. From our initial meeting he gave a detailed explanation of the divorce process and the steps I would need to take. My scenario was not typical because my ex spouse lived out of the country and I was very confused as to how to obtain a divorce.He made me f...
Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce
Do NOT Recommend for Contested Divorce
Jeff is great for uncontested divorces. However, I had a terrible experience working with him on a complex contested divorce case. He did not communicate well, over-promised and under-delivered. I had to hire a new attorney, extremely disappointed in his services.
"Jeff is a gentleman and a scholar. I have had two cases where I was opposing counsel to Jeff and the two cases could not have been more different. One of the cases was a legitimate, "War of the Roses" and the other was a slightly contested matter which resolved in just a few months. He is tenacious and not afraid to go to trial. He always advocates hard for his clients and for that, I strongly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Jeffrey on a case in which I was a guardian ad litem. He was very capable handled a very high stress and acrimonious case with dignity understanding and with great advocacy."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeffrey was opposing counsel on a complex divorce involving out of state removal. Jeffrey was very responsive, allowing us to finish the case extremely quickly."
"I have consulted with Mr. Esser on several occasions and have found him to be highly knowledgeable in his practice. I highly endorse Jeffrey particularly for his attention to detail."
"I highly endorse Mr. Esser. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."
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Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2012
Distinguished Service Award, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
2010
Distinguished Service Award, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
2011 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Office of Jeffrey R. Esser
2012 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociateMember
2009 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
B.A.
2015
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