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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 Michelle | November 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Very helpful, definitely recommend!
Joan was very helpful with a frustrating landlord situation. I contacted her through this site after I did not receive my security deposit back. The landlord and his attorney made the process long, convoluted, and drawn out. Joan was persistent, patently and promptly answered my questions, clearly e...
Posted by Kyle | November 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Unbelievable Commitment to Her Clients and Excellence
It is challenging to articulate how amazing Joan was in handling my case with a previous landlord. She took the time to listen to our issues and went truly above and beyond in finding resolution to our case. I would STRONGLY recommend her to anyone who is looking for an extremely brilliant and compet...
Posted by Eamon | June 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Outstanding for tenant issues
Highly recommend. Joan was able to resolve my tenant issue very efficiently and plan to use her services in the future for any tenant-related matters.
Posted by Peter | May 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Excellent service, insight, outcome
My tenant related matter received careful attention that generated an insight that those not steeped in Chicago housing law would have undoubtedly missed. Joan and Nicholas acted on it, leveraged it, and produced a positive outcome for my issue which ultimately involved breaking a lease for cause. Pe...
Posted by Drew | March 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Professional and Responsive!
Joan was excellent, she really brought us peace of mind during a dispute with a past landlord. She talked us through the whole process and provided excellent advice that helped us make the right decisions for 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