Jeffrey Joseph Kmoch

Jeffrey Joseph Kmoch

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 18 years

Discrimination Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Discrimination, Employment & Labor, Employee Benefits ... +3 more

1021 W. Adams St.,, No. 200-27, Chicago, IL

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Discrimination 25%

Employment discrimination under state and federal law

25%
Employment and Labor 20%

Other labor and employment matters

20%
Employee Benefits 15%

ERISA claims for benefits, interference with benefits, and for breach of fiduciary duty

15%
Wrongful Termination 15%

Common law and statutory retaliatory discharge

15%
Contracts and Agreements 10%

Employment agreements, including restrictive covenants, severance agreements, and negotiated departure agreements

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 18 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2007

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Jeffrey J Kmoch

1021 W. Adams St.,, No. 200-27, Chicago, IL, 60607

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Jeffrey Joseph Kmoch's Reviews

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30 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Exceptional Employment Attorney: Expertise and Support Made All the Difference

I recently had the pleasure of being represented by Mr. Kmoch as my employment attorney and I cannot recommend his services enough! From start to finish, he was a consummate professional that provided expert guidance and support throughout the entire process. His extensive knowledge of Illinois em...ployment law and experience in the field was evident from the outset. He took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly review my case, and then provide me with clear and concise advice on how to proceed. He was always available to answer my questions and offer support, which was incredibly reassuring during what was a very stressful time. What impressed me most about him was his ability to handle complex legal issues and uncooperative opposing counsel with ease. Mr. Kmoch is proactive in identifying potential legal challenges, and always has a well-considered plan of action in place to overcome them. Not only did Mr. Kmoch provide expert legal advice, but he also acted as a strong advocate on my behalf. He was tenacious in pursuing my case and was always available to answer questions and provide the latest updates. I felt confident that he did everything in his power to achieve a successful outcome. Overall, I cannot recommend Mr. Kmoch highly enough. His professionalism, expertise, and great communication made all the difference. If you are in need of an employment attorney, this is the person to call!

Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Look No Further - The BEST Lawyer

Jeff is an above and beyond lawyer. Don't waste your time looking for someone else. Jeff is YOUR Lawyer! All the reviews below are right on the spot. I had a very stressful situation where I was unfairly terminated from a multi-national corporation. I spoke with 10+ attorneys who've all acknowled...ged that the situation was definitely wrong but hard to fight. They advised me to just let it go. Luckily, I reached out to Jeff, who was very meticulous and thorough. He listened very carefully during our initial consultation and put my mind at ease. He was very upfront about the risks and downsides but also clarified the nuances of the law and every angle that we can leverage to fight this situation. He gave me time to think about whether I should pursue this and didn't pressure me one or another. I decided to move forward with Jeff as my representative and boy was I happy for making such a decision. Jeff was well organized, fastidious, and a FIGHTER. He went after them with full force and got their attention quickly. Throughout the prolonged process, he kept me in the loop, stayed in contact, and clarified every outcome and risk in every stage. His integrity and honesty was admirable and he was adamant about making sure I get some justice. Needless to say his diligence, experience, counsel and tireless effort gave me an end result that I could have only dreamed of! I cannot give him a higher recommendation. I would highly recommend him to my friends and family.

Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Very professional

Very professional lawyer, he keeps you up to date on your case, he is a very realistic and will gives it to you straight. He did not promise me anything. Jeff gave me an idea of what to expect and how things worked. If I ever need to hire another lawyer I would hire Jeff again.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Gets the Job Done, Quickly and Professionally

Thanks to Mr. Kmoch for the help in settling a retaliation/Dis claim in a timely matter.

Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2019 | Employment & Labor

Very nice and down to earth

There was no legal basis for me to proceed with my case, but Mr. Kmoch took the time to answer all my questions. In addition to being highly knowledgeable, he's really nice and down to earth. If I ever need an employment lawyer in the future, I will definitely seek his services.

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Jeffrey Joseph Kmoch's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Custardo

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob Fulk

Employee benefits lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff is one of the smartest and most formidable attorneys I have known. His clients can count on him for the highest level of skill and professionalism."

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Matthew Custardo

Employment and labor lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Member, Employment Practice Group of the Year, Law360

2014

Member, Chicago Labor & Employment Litigation Dept. of the Year, The National Law Journal

2006

Lectures Editor, Illinois Law Review

2005

Honors, Advocacy, University of Illinois College of Law

2004

CALI Award, Property Law, Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Principal, The Law Office of Jeffrey J Kmoch

2015 - 2018

Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, HR Law Group, JPMorgan Chase & Co.

2007 - 2015

Associate, Labor and Employment Practice Group, Morgan Lewis & Bockius

2004 - 2004

Clerk / Paralegal, Guthrie & Brady

Associations

2007 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

HILL v. KOMATSU AMERICA CORP.

Obtained summary Judgment for Defendant

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Education

2007

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Oxford University

International Intellectual Property Programme

2004

University of Illinois

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

Street Law Mock Trial Program

An Introduction to Civil Procedure

Publications

2015

The National Law Review Illinois Offers Greater Protections for Pregnant Workers

2013

Employee Benefits Law, ABA, 3d ed. ERISA Fiduciary Standards

2010

ABA, Joint Committee on Employment Law Benefit Claims Litigation: Claims Standard of Review, Discovery, and Dispositive Motions

Languages

English

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