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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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105 W. Madison St., Ste. 600, Chicago, IL, 60602
132 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Great help & fast
Joan did a great job of getting my full deposit back when the landlord tried to only give me $100 back. No court just quick & precise.
Posted by Jake | February 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Wonderful, professional experience
Joan was truly awesome - after being told by a few lawyers I didn't have a case, Joan was persistent and creative in understanding what tools we could use. Joan ended up helping me win a good sum of money, and was always eager to keep the case moving forward. Wonderful to work with.
Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fantastic Legal Representation - Absolutely Recommend!
My husband and I hired Joan to represent us in a dispute with an individual with a long history of "problemmatic" behavior. Due to the nature of the settlement, I can't disclose specific details. However, I can share that Joan advocated on our behalf *relentlessly*. She provided us with consistent up...
Posted by Megan Grandstaff | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Great help in landlord dispute case!
Joan Fenstermaker was a huge help in my landlord dispute case. She assisted in getting me back my security deposit in a quick and timely manner, and was very communicative (which was perfect for me, considering how anxious I was over needing a lawyer for the first time in my life). She was regularly ...
Posted by Laura | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Joan got our security deposit back
Our management company refused to return our security deposit after our building changed management twice during the time we lived there. After several attempts at contacting them directly with evidence of receipts, we were referred to Joan by the Metropolitan Tenants Organization. Joan got our secur...
"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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