Jessica C Bentz

Jessica C Bentz

also known as Jessica, Holguin

4.9
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 19 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt

100 N. Lasalle Street, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 40%

I represent consumers filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy cases. In such a case, I meet with a client for a free consultation, discuss their options and goals and review all questions and documents with my client so they understand the process and feel comfortable in the decision to file a Chapter 7. I file a voluntary petition on behalf of my client and attend the trustee meeting.

18 years | 900 cases

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 30%

Negotiation with the IRS on offers to compromise, settlements, and other negotiation strategies with consumers who owe over $25,000 to the IRS.

18 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 30%

Consumer Bankruptcy attorney who specializes in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcies. I use an individualized approach with each client to provide them with the results they want and start them on a road to financial recovery.

18 years | 700 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 17 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2008

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 19 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2006

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Bentz Holguin Law Firm, LLC (Main Office Location)

100 N. Lasalle Street, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL, 60602

Bentz Holguin Law Firm, LLC

360 Columbia Dr Suite 102, West Palm Beach, FL, 33409

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Jessica C Bentz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

5 star (38)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | August 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

In hindsight, she saved my financial life, improved my future

I had been struggling for years with divorce debt, and lack of child support, and underemployed which led to me being chronically in debt, especially with debts of my ex. Jessica and her paralegal explained all possibilities and took exceptional care in making sure I understood possible outcomes. T...he Trustee listened to me and I was grateful I was awarded/allowed a Chapter 7. i wanted to write this review 8 years after to say what a huge positive difference her competence made in my life.

Posted by Phil | July 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Bankruptcy Attorney

Jessica is an excellent Bankruptcy attorney. She represented me through a lengthy Chapter 13 and I couldn't be happier with the results. She's ethical, quick to respond, and extremely knowledgeable. She was very easy to work with because she was kind, patient with my abundance of concerns, and genuin...ely understood my situation. I highly recommend Jessica and the Bentz Holguin Law Firm.

Posted by Megan | July 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely the best, you want her as your attorney.

We had an excellent experience with Jessica and her team. From the first phone call, we were met with kindness, compassion, and understanding from Jessica. Jessica took time to meticulously review our case and recommended that we change our plan to one that better fit our circumstances. We just compl...eted our case and couldn't be happier. We had switched law firms to Bentz Holguin after having an awful experience with our prior attorney who was difficult to get ahold of and talked down to us. This was never the case with Jessica. She promptly returned emails and phone calls, and treated our case like it was important to her. Jessica took the time to talk us through every step, so we knew exactly what to expect. Her expertise will definitely find you in the right plan and painlessly get you through a bankruptcy case. It was an absolute pleasure working with her, if we could give more than 5 stars, we would!

Posted by Lucy | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Jessica was great!

Last year I lost my job and went through a pretty bad time. I didn’t want to file bankruptcy but didn’t have any other options at the time. I was broke and I needed to start new. Jessica walked me through the process. Even when I got upset about having to deal with the debt she just calmly answered... my questions from start to finish. I’m now employed and my credit is so much better. I don’t have a lot of experience with lawyers but I always recommend Attorney Jessica and Adam to my friends. They did what they said they would and got me results. Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Bankruptcy

I definitely will give Jessica 5 stars, she was totally there with me all the way, always ensuring I clearly understood the process and very patient with me if though I kept bugging her with questions, she never seemed bothered, very pleasant and a joy to work with! I would highly recommend her to an...yone!

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Jessica C Bentz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephen Thomas

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kimberly Duda

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jessica Bentz for more than a decade. Jessica is personable, knowledgeable and committed to her clients and her practice. She is empathetic and caring while bringing an extraordinary level of knowledge, expertise and ability to her clients. I highly recommend Jessica Bentz."

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Christine Thurston

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Olivia Carberry

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jessica as an excellent and knowledgeable attorney."

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William Ridings

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryce Fetter

Unknown lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryant Chavez

Unknown lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Bentz is the attorney to whom I trust to send my clients with bankruptcy needs. Her reputation among her peers is exemplary, and she takes a genuine interest in helping her clients. I strongly endorse Attorney Bentz."

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Eric Trabin

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the honor and pleasure of working alongside Ms. Bentz. Ms. Bentz is not only extremely hard working and intelligent, but she truly cares about her cases. Ms. Bentz always thoroughly researches her cases and puts 100% into each and every case."

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Pamela Smith

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Jessica for several years. She is a very caring and hardworking lawyer. She is dedicated to providing the best possible results for her clients. She also cares about her clients' best interests."

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Patrick Markey

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is a good lawyer who will work hard for her client's best interests. She is caring and has a good attention to detail for client's in need of debt restructuring or debt relief."

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Cheri Hobbs

Litigation lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I worked with Attorney Bentz at the State Attorney's Office and I highly recommend her work. She is a diligent attorney who takes a special interest in her client's cases."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Best Consumer Bankruptcy and Debt, Best Consumers

2011

Best of Chicago Award for Credit & Debt Services, Board of Review

2009

Best Corporate Attorney, Land Design South

2006

Best in Evidence, Barry University

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, Bentz Law Firm, LLC

2009 - 2009

Attorney, Law Offices of Chad Hayward

2009 - 2009

Attorney, Robert J. Semrad & Associates

2007 - 2008

Assistant District Attorney, Office of the State Attorney

2006 - 2006

Legal Intern, Family and Children Legal Clinic

Associations

2012 - Present

General Bar Law Directory

Member

2011 - Present

American Lawyers Quarterly

Listed Member

2010 - Present

Woman & Co. Community

Member

2010 - Present

Better Busines Bureau

2008 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Credit Card Garnishment

Debt Discharged & Garnishment Gone

Behind on Mortgage

Avoided Foreclosure

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Education

2006

Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Stetson University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Business Awareness & Job Opportunity Fair Financial Tips on Saving your Home after a Default

2011

Bankruptcy Law

Bankruptcy Law

Publications

2012

One Flesh Ministries RelationTips

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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