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Stuart opened The Law Offices of Stuart B. Handelman, P.C. in 1992.
Since its inception, the law firm has been devoted to treating their clients with the respect, and financial relief they deserve.
The firm is composed of three lawyers: Stuart B. Handelman, Jean M. Huang and Kelly Smith. These three attorneys have worked together as a team for over twenty years. They are knowledgeable and compassionate professionals, who are strong advocates for their clients. They pride themselves with being approachable, responsive, and supportive of their clients in difficult, sensitive situations.
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30 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1603, Chicago, IL, 60602
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Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Professional, Competent, Compassionate
I retained the services of The Law Offices of Stuart B. Handelman in 2016. This was at a time in my life where I was drowning in debt and in desperate need of help. A family member referred me to another firm in Will County who’s represented several relatives. However during my consultation with tha...
Posted by John | June 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Fantastic experience
We used Stuart to handle our Bankruptcy and the sale of our house. Both were handled with the utmost professionalism. Stuart's firm was always available day and night to answer any questions we had or any issues that arose. After the Bankruptcy we had Stuart the sale of our home. From start to finis...
Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
The essential team that Stuart Handelman has set up is fantastic! Right from the beginning you feel at ease with Stuart in this stressful situation. Kelly Smith is a important part of his team as well as Jean Huang. Both Kelly and Jean are excellent lawyers.
Posted by Whitney | May 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Best Bankruptcy Relief Lawyer in Chicago
I have hired Stuart twice. Once as a young girl and now as an adult woman. Stuart Handelman is CONSISTENT in everything he does. He is very honest, helpful, patient, and thorough. He remains the same professionally over the years and that is extremely impressive in my book with his line of work. I wo...
Thank you very much Whitney! We wish you the best!
Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
Beyond Outstanding Job
My husband passed away last year leaving me with a lot of bills that I was unable to pay. I contacted Stuart Handelman to help me with a bankruptcy, but under the circumstances I was unable to do that. Stuart said he has just the person to help me out. This is were John Yednock, legal assistant ca...
"I have known Stuart as a respected colleague for over 20 years. He and his firm provide high quality representation to each of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Stuart for a few decades now and he is a very knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney that provides quality service to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Stuart for many years and he and his firm always provides outstanding service to his clients"
"Stuart is able to explain the complex and scary process of a bankruptcy with the care and compassion that helps families get back on their feet as soon as possible from a financial set back. He is efficient and always available to answer questions."
"Stuart is a star in the Illinois bankruptcy community and provides excellent legal as well as practical advice."
"Attorney Handelman's research and writing depicts a strong command of the law and how to apply it. He possesses all the right skills to be an excellent advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Stuart Bradley Handelman has not only studied the law, he has studied people as well and understands how to communicate complicated ideas to those who don't have advanced degrees. It is clear that he is a caring individual as well as a great attorney & I am happy to offer him my endorsement."
"Mr. Handelman is a knowledgeable and skillful attorney. I highly endorse him and would not hesitate to refer clients to him."
"Stuart is an excellent bankruptcy lawyer. I have referred several satisfied clients to him over the years. He is well versed in bankruptcy law and provides reasonable solutions to his clients for their legal problems. I recommend him highly."
"Any practitioner who is a member of NACBA is a practitioner who cares deeply for effective advocacy for their clients. As a member of this community, Mr. Handelman has committed himself to providing superior representation of his consumer clients. The knowledge he takes from the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys is worked and folded into his everyday practice to ensure that his client's are effectively represented and taken care of. "
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Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2019
Client Choice Award, AVVO
2018
Client Choice Award, AVVO
2017
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2016
Client Choice Award, AVVO
2015
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2014
Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2014
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2013
Cient's Choice Award, AVVO
2013
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2009
Bankruptcy Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review
2008
Bankruptcy Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review
2007
Bankruptcy Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review
1998
Pro Bono Award, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
1992 - Present
Owner, The Law Offices of Stuart B. Handelman, P.C.
1989 - 1992
Associate, The Law Offices of Peter Francis Geraci
2004 - Present
Will County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2004 - 2005
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
1995 - 1995
Chicago Bar AssociationChairman
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
Continuing Education Course Attendee
2018
BK-CLE
2003
CLE Attendee-Bankruptcy
2000
CLE-Attendee-BK
1995
Young Lawyers
English
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Stuart earned significant contribution points in 2013.
Do you provide services for consolidating debt?
26 Aug 2024
Why still take money from payroll when chapter 13 judge order to stop say going on 7 months ?
26 Aug 2024
I filed a chapter 7 less than a year ago…,can my husband file a chapter 13 ? He don’t work only me
29 Aug 2024