Jason L. Hurst

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Jason L. Hurst

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support, Personal Injury

140 South Dearborn Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, IL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jason

Biography

Diligent, Competent, and Compassionate Legal Representation!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Child Custody 25%

15 years

25%
Child Support 25%

15 years

25%
Personal Injury 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 500-500 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2014

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 16 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2009

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Jason L. Hurst - Henderson Parks

140 South Dearborn Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, IL, 60603

Jason L. Hurst's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

5 star (29)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (1)
1 star (0)

Posted by Katherine | June 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Trustworthy attorney

Jason was recommended to me to be my attorney in a very litigious case I was involved in. I hired Jason and from moment one I was happy I did. I could trust his strategies and expert legal advice and it never failed me. While the case took time, he was patient and calm when I was frustrated. He w...as able to obtain a final outcome I was very pleased with. Jason is legally savvy but very calm when emotions are high all around him which was impressive because it helped me, as his client trust the grueling legal process. I would highly recommend him and I am thankful I had his legal expertise guiding me.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compassionate, Skilled, and Strategic Attorney

I cannot recommend Jason highly enough. My divorce was complicated, involving unique challenges. Despite these complexities, Jason handled my case with absolute professionalism, grace, and strategic thinking. From the very beginning, he made me feel confident, secure, and protected. He was straig...htforward, honest, and always provided realistic expectations while finding creative solutions to every obstacle we encountered. His responsiveness and dedication were unparalleled—he was always there to address my concerns and guide me through difficult moments. Beyond his legal expertise, Jason is a truly compassionate and respectful professional who genuinely cares about his clients. He approaches his work with integrity and reason, making an otherwise stressful process feel more manageable. If you need a knowledgeable, reliable, and supportive attorney, Jason is the one you want on your side.

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Diligent Strategic Advisor

I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional legal representation provided by Jason. Throughout what was undoubtedly a challenging time, he demonstrated an unparalleled level of honesty, thoroughness, and strategic prowess in handling my divorce case. From our initial consultation to the fi...nal resolution, Jason was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly patient and responsive. He made himself available whenever I had questions or needed clarification, which was immensely reassuring during such a stressful process. What truly set Jason apart was his ability to keep things realistic. He didn't sugarcoat the challenges we faced, especially when dealing with opposition tactics. Instead, he provided clear guidance and managed my expectations effectively, ensuring I was always prepared for what lay ahead. Thanks to Jason's diligent efforts and unwavering support, I can confidently say that I received the best possible outcome.

Posted by Elois | May 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Strategic, Competent, Ethical, and Responsive!

Jason was nothing short of exceptional. Sharp and calculated, he navigated the complexities of my case with finesse, always prioritizing my best interests. In contrast, the opposing counsel seemed intent on prolonging the process in numerous unthinkable ways. Yet, Jason remained undeterred consis...tently outmaneuvering them. Each interaction left me reassured and empowered knowing that my interests were fiercely protected. In the end, Jason's unwavering commitment led to a resolution that exceeded my expectations. I am profoundly grateful for his guidance and support during such a challenging time. Without hesitation, I highly recommend Jason and his exceptional team to anyone seeking a divorce attorney who prioritizes their client's well-being and success. My gratitude knows no bounds.

Posted by Rashad Evans | March 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Stand up Gentleman

Jason is an absolute pleasure to deal with! Jason kept me in the loop on every aspect I needed to know about my case. He listened and unfortunately I feel a lot of lawyers do not. Jason made what was a stressful situation better by being so level headed and practical in his approach. Jason looked to ...bring a resolution to end my case instead of stringing it on to make more money with back and forth tactics. If you want to be heard and have an attorney who will look to do the next right thing instead of the most profitable thing. Then Jason L Hurst is your man!

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Jason L. Hurst's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brandi Pratt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hurst is extremely knowledgeable in all facets of Family law!"

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Christopher Wehrman

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jason is an extremely hard working, knowledgeable, and creative attorney who is capable of both working with opposing counsel to resolve pending issues or litigate if the parties are unable to work through their differences. Jason is also a good communicator whose words and actions are consistent with one another."

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Heather Rosen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Henry Reaves

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"In my opinion, Attorney Hurst is the premier family law attorney in the City of Chicago. Competent, reliable, and hard working. This fact is buttressed by the numerous awards and recognitions bestowed upon him. I feel confident enough in Attorney Hurst that I will not only refer clients, I have referred family."

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James Quigley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Jason is a smart, agressive, yet practical lawyer, who is able to see the bigger picture in trying to help families in divroce and family law realted matters. Jason is very attentaive to his client's needs."

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Brandi Pratt

Family lawyer

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Michael Craven

Family lawyer

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Heather Rosen

Unknown lawyer

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Henry Reaves

Personal injury lawyer

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James Quigley

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2022

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2022

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2021

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2021

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2020

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2020

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2019

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2019

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2018

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

2017

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2017

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Top 40 Under 40, National Black Lawyers

2016

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Men of Excellence Award, Chicago Defender

2015

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Most Distinguished Men of the State of Illinois, CAT, Inc.

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Partner, Beermann LLP

2017 - 2020

Partner, Harrison & Held, LLP

2015 - 2017

Attorney, Harrison & Held, LLP

2010 - 2015

Attorney, Beermann Pritikin Mirabelli Swerdlove LLP

2008 - 2008

Clerk, Beermann Swerdlove, LLP

2007 - 2007

Clerk, Honorable John O. Steele

Associations

2011 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Cook County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2017

A Night Out, Inc.

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Void Child Support Judgment

Retroactive Child Support Judgment Vacated

Child Custody/Removal

Mother's Removal Petition Denied

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Education

2009

Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

59th Annual Estate Planning Short Course

Family Law Issues for Estate Planners

2015

National Business Institute

Ethical Dilemmas in Family Law (Assisted)

2015

National Business Institute

Clarifying the Confusion on Contempt (Assisted)

Publications

2018

Book - Remarkable Press (July 9, 2018) Worry-Free Divorce

Languages

English

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