Monica Claire O'Brien

Monica Claire O'Brien

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 32 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Foreclosure, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy ... +2 more

53 W Jackson Blvd Ste 1442, Chicago, IL

About Monica

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 32 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1993

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Gregory K. Stern

53 W Jackson Blvd Ste 1442, Chicago, IL, 60604-3536

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Monica Claire O'Brien's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Na Na | June 23, 2022

Monica went Above and Beyond!!!!

I really needed some legal advice. I was lucky enough to speak to Monica. She listened to all of my questions and concerns. She provided me with the best options for my situation. She really put my mind at ease. Thanks so much Monica for all your help. I can finally breathe easy. I feel like a... huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders!!!!

Posted by Dominica | June 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Amazing!!

When I met Monica for a consultation, I was feeling completely overwhelmed and embarrassed with my financial situation. Monica reassured that this was not the end, and there is still hope. Monica handled everything professionally and pressure free. She answered every question and addressed all of my ...concerns with diligence. I can not thank her enough for her services. I am forever a happy client!

Posted by Keith | June 20, 2020 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Expert attorney for Bankruptcy

Monica helped me understand the best path to financial relief. She is smart, kind, and completely knowledgeable. Expect the best from Monica, her experience and advice are perfect!

Posted by Molly Barry | June 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Attourney,Highly recommended!

My husband and I have used Monica O'Brien as our attorney on multiple occasions for our legal needs. I can honestly say she is one of the most intelligent, competent, detail oriented, responsive, timely, knowledgeable people that I know. I cannot say enough about her character and professionalism. ...Monica is presented with sensitive, personal, and private information when dealing with clients. She is very trustworthy and did not place judgement on us, she just used the facts as needed. Monica is upfront and honest, she does not sugarcoat things but that is what I needed in an attorney. Monica was excellent at gathering all of the pertinent information and told us exactly what we needed to do, how to do it and gave the available options. We felt that she always put our best interests first and foremost. I was very confident in her work. Monica is an outstanding attorney and we will definitely continue to useher for future legal needs. We highly recommend Monica and her excellent service.

Posted by Stuart | June 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Debt Consultation and Bankruptcy Filing

My wife and I were referred to Monica during a very difficult and emotionally challenging time in our lives. We are a proud family that ended up needing help as a result of a prolonged period of unemployment. Monica helped us get comfortable with our situation. She listened to our story, which was... particularly important to me, was compassionate, and then, when a course of action was decided, provided expert counsel and guidence every step of the way. She always made sure that all of our questions were answered and concerns were addressed. Legal expertise aside, she treated us with respect and kindness, and always circled back to the mantra that the challenges will pass and that a new beginning is just around the corner. And it didn't end there. Monica provided lots of advice about how to get back on track. We are grateful for having met and worked with Monica and have already had the opportunity to refer her to another friend whom we care about in need of her services.

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Monica Claire O'Brien's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tracy Aller

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. I had a complicated case for a divorce client where her ex-husband was trying to file Bankruptcy to avoid his multiple obligations under the divorce judgment. I was referred to Monica who went on to represent our mutual client in the bankruptcy case. Monica's assistance was essential to protecting our mutual client. The ex-husband eventually voluntarily dismissed his bankruptcy petition, I believe because of Monica's tenacious representation. She is knowledgeable, experienced and to the point. Having her expertise was a tremendous benefit to our mutual client and I value her as a colleague to whom I can refer future clients since I know they will have the best of representation."

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Stuart Handelman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Monica O'Brien. I frequently send debtors to her firm for Chapter 11 consultations. She is highly respected by attorneys in our district court."

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Richard Hirsh

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a highly skilled and knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney who is dedicated to her clients"

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Aaron Rosenblatt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Monica is an extremely knowledgeable attorney. It is very rare that an issue arises which Monica can not handle. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Honig

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stuart Handelman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Richard Hirsh

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Rachel Sandler

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Gregory Stern

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Callahan

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Aaron Rosenblatt

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney, Gregory K. Stern, P.C.

Associations

1993 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

First Community Bank of Joliet v. Kirk Knippenberg and Wanda Knippenberg, Case No. 08 A 610

Judgment in favor of Client

Julio Gonzalez v. Sonya Calambas and Amalia Rameriz, Case No. 06 A 1120

Judgment in favor of Client

Paramont Electric Supply, Inc., Case No. 03 B 30442

Plan Confirmed and Case Closed

Americare Homehealth Services, LLC, Case No. 14 B 44400

Plan Confirmed By the United States Bankruptcy Court

Hartwig Transit, Inc., Case No. 14 B 3843

Plan Confirmed By the United States Bankruptcy Court

Tasting Import Company, Case No. 12 B 00196

Plan Confirmed By the United States Bankruptcy Court

Beverly Cannon, Case No. 13 B 44030

Plan Confirmed By the United States Bankruptcy Court

Gloria F. Verbeke, Case No. 13 B 3556

Plan Confirmed By the United States Bankruptcy Court

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Education

1993

IIT Kent College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Loyola University of Chicago

B.S. Magna Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2020

Chicago Bar Association

Bankruptcy and Divorce

Languages

English

Activity

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