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Joan Marie Fenstermaker
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Biography
The law office of Joan M. Fenstermaker, P.C. only represents tenants related to rental property located within the City of Chicago. At this time, we are not handling eviction cases.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-425 per hour
Contingency
30%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 31 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1994
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Location
Joan M Fenstermaker, PC
105 W. Madison St., Ste. 600, Chicago, IL, 60602
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Case Results (111)
Advocacy (69)
Recommendation (58)
Practice Area Knowledge (56)
Professionalism (36)
Responsiveness (34)
Communication Style (33)
General Knowledge (24)
Cost of Services (15)
Character & Conduct (13)
Compassion (11)
Trustworthiness (6)
Punctuality (4)
Payment Plans (1)
Staff & Support (1)
Showing 21 - 25 of 135 reviews
Posted by Sergei | June 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional Legal Support
I can't recommend Joan highly enough. In dealing with a dispute with my former landlord, Joan provided exceptional legal representation. Her knowledge of the law, combined with her professional, methodical approach, resulted in a favorable outcome for me. Throughout the entire process, Joan was al...
Posted by Jake | April 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Simply the best
She was able to handle a complicated landlord tenant security deposit situation that required multiple lawyers. Not only did she instill confidence at the initial consultation she went out of her way to take a case on contingency. She deserved a glowing review (win or lose) ... but in my experience...
Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Landlord /Tenant Issue: Security Deposit
Joan, executed her agreed upon tasks with professionality and dispatch. Her knowledge of the matter in dispute was excellent. We avoided going to court and she negotiated a settlement which was satisfactory to us. We would without hesitation engage her again in Chicago Tenant Landlord disputes. ...
Posted by Chloe | March 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Amazing!
Joan was incredibly helpful, responsive, and capable. The situation my roommate and I were in was stressful but Joan made the process as easy as possible. We really appreciate how she handled it and would recommend her to anyone.
Posted by Scott | October 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great Experience
Joan was fantastic in settling a dispute over my security deposit with a former landlord. She answered all my questions and took care of all communication for me. Once we settled I was paid promptly. I'd definitely recommend her.
Joan Marie Fenstermaker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse Mrs. Fenstermaker. Very experienced and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable, empathic and committed to the passionate representation of tenants."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joan knows the law and how to apply it to her case. When working opposite her on cases she remains professional in her dealings."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely thorough and prepared. She has a good relationship with her clients. She wants to help people. Melinda Power"
Gregory Coplan
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Konstantinos Sparagis
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
David Yanoff
Landlord or tenant lawyer
Melinda Power
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Certificate of Appreciation, Metropolitan Tenants Organization
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Principal, Joan M. Fenstermaker, PC
2001 - 2019
Partner, Kendle, Mikuta & Fenstermaker
1994 - 2000
Associate Attorney, Fischer, Kendle & Wahlers
Associations
2018 - Present
Metropolitan Tenants OrganizationBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Landlord falsely claim property was owner-occupied
Ruling in favor of the tenant for return of the deposit plus 2 x security deposit and attorney's fees
Education
1994
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Indiana University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Un-Common Law on 4/28/13
Tenants' rights
2013
Hotline Volunteer Training 9/28/13
Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance
2013
Hotline Volunteer Training 6/8/13
Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance
2013
Hotline Volunteer Training 11/23/13
Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What should I do if my move in date was pushed from January 1st to February 1st due to a previous tenant not moving out?
27 Dec 2021
Q&A
Can I hire an attorney to write a letter for me and get me out of my lease?
07 Dec 2021
Q&A
Can I file a motion to have an eviction sealed if the case has been dismissed with prejudice?
21 Oct 2021