Joan Marie Fenstermaker

Joan Marie Fenstermaker

4.9
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 31 years

Landlord or tenant Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant, Litigation, Real Estate

105 W. Madison St., Ste. 600, Chicago, IL

About Joan

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-425 per hour

Contingency

30%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 31 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1994

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Joan M Fenstermaker, PC

105 W. Madison St., Ste. 600, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Joan Marie Fenstermaker's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

132 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 36 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Paul Tuhy | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding

There are three things I look for in an attorney. (1) They are well versed in the law pertaining to your need, (2) they communicate with you timely and concisely and most importantly (3) they care. Joan is all three of these x 1000! She won the case but even if she had not there is no doubt she was d...iligent and always had our interest in mind. Excellent lawyer and I would highly recommend!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Outstanding Attorney

Joan instantly instantly gave us the reassurance that was needed in a stressful Tenant/Landlord case from the initial consultation. She put our worries at ease with clear communication and responded swiftly and accurately with the details for the case. At all times we had the utmost confidence as di...splayed in her professionalism in getting the matter quickly and positively resolved. I would have no qualms in recommending her services to anyone who has a situation like we did as she knows the RLTO inside out. This is the go-to lawyer in Chicago in my opinion.

Posted by Lisa | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Landlord Tenant Dispute

ALL ATTORNEYS ARE NOT THE SAME!! Attorney Joan is a SEASONED Attorney with a Terrific Work Ethic! She's Agressive, Brave, Honest, SUPER KNOWLEDGABLE, and most importantly, Genuinely Caring! I complained to a powerful management company in Good Faith and Found myself being evicted for speaking ...up against Landlord Fraud and Shady Tactics. Landlords do this because their POWERFUL attorneys provide them with the "Tricks of The Trade" at bullying and intimidation. Welp, MY Attorney was SO POWERFUL and KNOWLEDGABLE that the initial opposing attorney had to be switched to another attorney to Match The Wits of Attorney Joan and her Partners!! Upon reading reviews for Attorney Joan, My Discernment made me reach out for her services. My results were Impeccable and included Rent Credits which I never expected. My matter was sealed which helped me avoid a negative mark on my credit. In case you're not aware, being Evicted is a silent Curse! Thank you kindly Attorney Joan for saving me from the trouble I caused myself with my BIG MOUTH and Horrible Temper!! I genuinely appreciate your Relentless Demeanor, Patience, Professionalism, Assertiveness, Knowledge (when I thought I knew everything) and calming nature. You're Awesome! Ps: If a landlord so much as sneezes on me, I'm calling attorney Joan!! She's just that Good!!

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

The best!

Joan handled a dispute I had with my landlord.She is professional and,the two parties handled the dispute amicably. I will always recommend her in the future.

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.

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Joan Marie Fenstermaker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Fenstermaker. Very experienced and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"

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David Morris

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable, empathic and committed to the passionate representation of tenants."

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David Yanoff

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Melinda Power

Real estate lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Melinda Power

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

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 Organization

Board 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

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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

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