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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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Posted by Florence | February 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best divorce attorney
I’m extremely thankful for the help I received from Jeffrey Esser law firm during my divorce. He was organized, professional, and truly advocate for my best interests. Every question I had was answered quickly, and he made sure I understood my rights and options. I highly recommend Jeffrey to anyone ...
Posted by Jennie | February 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family
Family Law
Jeffrey is the best family law attorney in my opinion. I had searched for many lawyers and Jeffrey was God sent to me during one of the worst hardships of my life. From our first meeting, he explained everything to me in terms I could easily understand and was always very responsive when I had questi...
Posted by MELISSA | October 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
VERY THANKFUL FOR YOUR PROFESSIONALISM AND EMPATHY!
Jeff is an AMAZING Lawyer who not only treats you like a professional client but will also be there for advice as a friend. I have gone through 2 very difficult divorces with Jeff as my lawyer and I am very thankful to have had him representing me! He went above and beyond with answering calls on h...
Posted by Monika | February 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Attorney
Jeffrey has been extremely professional, helpful, and responsive throughout our entire divorce process. I am so happy I have found him and could not have been more pleased with his work. Highly recommend!
Posted by Igor | April 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
This is the Lawyer for you.
If you are in an unfortunate situation and looking for an attorney look no further. Jeff represented me on a divorce case. Not only is he the best lawyer I have ever spoken to he is extremely genuine and will go the extra mile to talk to you. Jeffrey gets results. His calm demeanor, knowledge, expert...
"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
English
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