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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
132 Client Reviews
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Posted by Ana | October 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent work!
She assured me from the start that this was a good case. She explained everything to me clearly and answered all my questions. She communicated with me any time I needed to know something. Highly recommend her!
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...
Posted by Lauren | August 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Highly recommend!
Joan helped my husband and I legally get out of a lease with a landlord who was not willing to work with us and come to a mutually beneficial agreement when we had to move for personal reasons. We even got our full security deposit back and then some! She was incredibly easy to work with, communicate...
Posted by Taimur | June 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Best Attorney that I have ever had!
If you have a legitimate case and you want the best, then Attorney Joan is your best option! She really went the extra mile to help me out in a timely fashion. Joan was very professional, fast on responding to all my questions (And I had quite a few) and very knowledgeable. She always stayed one ...
Posted by Michael | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Outstanding attorney, very professional and gets the job done!
We had a dispute with our former landlord and we needed help FAST due to the condition of our apartment. We contacted Joan and she handled our case right away with a tremendous amount of professionalism. Within 20 minutes of my initial phone call with her, Joan figured out a solid plan to help us ...
"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