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Posted by Kimberly | February 04, 2015

Financial Freedom

Attorney Kelly Smith, Attorney Jean Huang, and Legal assistant Desiree Glapion. I would like to thank my Bankruptcy Law Firm of Stuart B Handleman and associates named above, on the process of my financial freedom. It is so relieving that, I can start all over! All you ...need to do is get your finances together and give to your lawyer, they do the rest! Thank you, Kimberly

Posted by Lorraine | January 15, 2015

Love this firm!

Once I made the decision to file for bankruptcy protection, I did a lot of research to decide which firm to use and the Law Offices of Stuart Handelman repeatedly showed up as one of the best in Chicago. After my first meeting with Kelly Smith, I knew I had made the right decision. She took me thr...ough the different types of bankruptcy filings, performed my means test (I was only eligible for Chapter 13) and walked me through the filing process. After filing, the rest of my case from the meeting with the Trustee until my case was discharged was handled by Jean Huang. I also interacted with their Legal Assistant, Desiree Glapion on several occasions. These ladies are fantastic! Making a decision to file bankruptcy was not a decision I took lightly, but ended up being necessary for my situation. I'm so glad I ended up selecting this firm - Kelly, Jean and Desiree always made me feel very comfortable, and I never felt as though I was being judged. My e-mails and phone calls were always answered within 24 hours and Jean was always prompt in notifying me of any changes or updates with my filing. She was also incredibly patient with all of my questions (there were a lot!) and very thorough in her responses. I really cannot recommend this firm enough - they truly made one of the toughest times in my life much less stressful.

Posted by Carmen | July 23, 2014

Bankruptcy - Chapter 13

Over 3 years ago, I had the worst financial meltdown of my life. I visited the office of Stuart Handelman and my experience was remarkable. To say the least, after I discussed my case I want to thank attorney's Kelly Smith and Jean Huang for their help and constant support through this difficult ti...me. Both of them did an excellent job with my case and guided me through the entire process. A million thanks to their paralegal, Desiree Glapion for everything that she does.

Posted by Karri | March 12, 2014

The only firm for us

The first time we were in the downtown office, we actually met Stuart. He was as down to earth as one gets, shared his hobby of photography. It made us wonder if he was really as good an attorney... because he wasn't at all the stereotypical arrogant downtown attorney (lol). But his firm has never... steered us wrong, and we are so happy that our legal matters are in their hands. Two attorneys have personally handled our legal matters... Kelly Smith and Jean Huang. Kelly opened our case and saw it through until everything was cleared by the Courts for Chapter 13. Jean took over as our attorney once we entered repayment, and has been guiding us for the past 5 years. Both attorneys are honest, straightforward, knowledgeable, and reassuring. They have handled our case with professionalism and competence, and have been incredibly kind and compassionate with us. Kelly did an amazing job with our case and walked us through everything, oftentimes repeating herself without the slightest bother, as she was sensitive and empathic to our anxieties. Jean has been incredible. We don't worry because we know that we are in good hands with her. We panicked when we received a subpoena at one point, but Jean was poised and simply laid out our options, went to Court for us, and made the headache go away. We did not have to miss a day of work or interrupt our lives... she took care of it all for us. The legal assistant, Desiree Glapion, is also great. She is quick to reply in case Jean is out of the office, handles herself with professionalism, and is sensitive to our questions. Feeling terribly about having to file bankruptcy, I walked around feeling ashamed of myself and expected nobody to be empathic to our problem... not so with this group. I am equally grateful for their competence and their kindness. Our case will soon be done, but if we should ever need another attorney again, they are the ones we will come back to... the only firm for us.

Posted by Kathryn | November 13, 2013

Customer Satisfaction

I am a client of Stuart Bradley Handelman. I wanted to express my complete satisfaction with Mr. Handelman' office. From the first day I met him and had the initial consultation he made me feel at ease. He was very patient with me and took as much time as I needed to explain the whole process of fili...ng bankrupcy. I had never done this before and I was terrified. He told me I can call him any time if I had questions once I left his office. He even volunteered to give me his cell phone if I had an urgent issue or questions. I did not because he was so thorough in our meetings. Everything that he said would happen, did happen exactly the way he told me. I am so pleased with everything he did with my case. Jean Margaret Mary Huang was another Attorney I woked with and she was outstanding too.Their Legal Assistant was very professional and helpful too. Her names is Desiree Glapiod. They are the BEST.

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