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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.
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Acquired: 1994
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105 W. Madison St., Ste. 600, Chicago, IL, 60602
134 Client Reviews
Showing 56 - 60 of 110 reviews | Case Results
Posted by Hanye | April 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Professional lawyer on rent issue
My formal landlord won't let me move in and didn't want to return my deposit. I consulted Joan first and she gave very professional advice and I got my money back with nothing else to worry. All thanks to Joan.
Posted by Howard | March 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
100% Professional and Effective
My elderly parents were involved in a rent dispute with their landlord. Joan Fenstermaker handled my parents' case with compassion and resolved the case with a great result. Her legal skills are second to none. She is the attorney you want on your side if you are a tenant in a legal dispute with y...
Posted by Cassandra | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Security Deposit
Joan was very helpful and patient. She helped me get my deposit back with extra. Joan will fight for you and that's the type of person you will need to help. I will recommend her to any and everyone.
Posted by Justin | February 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Patient, Experienced, Gets the Job Done
Moved from the East Coast to Chicago and found a place with less due diligence than we should have given the process. Issues with the apartment: - Security door malfunctioned - Callbox wasn't operational - Mailbox didn't lock - Common spaces weren't maintained (much less cleaned, occasionally) -...
Posted by William | September 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney intently focused on client needs
Joan provided exceptional service! I couldn't have asked for more form an attorney. She helped guide me through the process of my case, clarified all my questions, and clearly worked very hard to obtain a great outcome for my case. I would recommend her to anyone, and will definitely keep her in mind...
"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"
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2015
Certificate of Appreciation, Metropolitan Tenants Organization
2019 - Present
Principal, Joan M. Fenstermaker, PC
2001 - 2019
Partner, Kendle, Mikuta & Fenstermaker
1994 - 2000
Associate Attorney, Fischer, Kendle & Wahlers
2018 - Present
Metropolitan Tenants OrganizationBoard Member
Ruling in favor of the tenant for return of the deposit plus 2 x security deposit and attorney's fees
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BS - Bachelor of Science
2013
Tenants' rights
2013
Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance
2013
Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance
2013
Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance
English
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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
Can I hire an attorney to write a letter for me and get me out of my lease?
07 Dec 2021
Can I file a motion to have an eviction sealed if the case has been dismissed with prejudice?
21 Oct 2021