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Brian David Pondenis
About Brian
Biography
I've practiced law since 2006 in a variety of practice areas. I currently focus my practice on areas that Brainard Law Offices has focused on, including collections, family law (divorce and custody), estate planning and probate/guardanship administration, corporate and title and real estate transaction work. I am adding bankruptcy for debtors to the mix, because I have significant experience in that field and enjoy helping debtors obtain relief from debts in accordance with the law.
As the owner of Brainard Law Offices LLC, I hope to serve Brainard's existing clients, as well as new clients, to the same standards that Brainard Law, the oldest law firm in Charleston, has done for more than 80 years.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Iowa for 14 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 2011
Licensed in Indiana for 16 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2009
Licensed in Illinois for 19 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2006
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
Location
Brainard Law Offices, LLC
604 Jackson Avenue, Charleston, IL, 61920
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Posted by Lance | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility
Waste of time
He took the retainer fee and never heard from him again. Its been 3 months now. We are In the process of filing a grievence with the illinois bars, as well as iardc to try to get the retainer fee back. Do yourself a favor and find someone else. Dont waste your time.
Brian David Pondenis's Lawyer Endorsements
"In addition to Brian's vast knowledge of the bankruptcy statutes and rules of procedure, Brian is a zealous advocate for his clients, going above and beyond in arguing for what is right for his clients when they are not treated fairly by the court, creditor, or trustee."
"Brian Pondenis is a compassionate attorney and his writing skills is among the best in the state. I thoroughly enjoyed my time working with Brian Pondenis and highly recommend him."
Donald Knuckey
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Suspension for a time certain/ Court order required issued in IL, 2021
updated on 05/19/2022This type of suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. Once the suspension expires, the attorney must show the Court that he or she has reformed and should be allowed to return to the practice of law.
Interim suspension issued in IL, 2021
updated on 05/19/2022Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Managing Partner, Brainard Law Offices, LLC
2015 - Present
Mayor / Village President, Village Of Broadlands
2013 - 2015
Managing Attorney, Pondenis Law Office
2010 - 2013
Attorney, Ostling & Associates
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Law Office of Brian D. Pondenis
2009 - 2015
Trustee, Village of Broadlands
2005 - 2006
, Illinois Attorney General's Office, Urbana, IL
2005 - 2005
Intern, Illinois Supreme Court
2004 - 2004
Intern, U.S. District Court
Associations
2011 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
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Success
FIA Card Services v. C.---
Settled; debt discharged.
In re L---
Recovery of damages for the client.
A.-- v. R.--
Case dismissed (in client's favor)
A., Inc. v. R.
Dismissed (in debtor's favor)
In re S.--
Actual and punitive damages for client
FIA Card Services v. D.--
Client's debt discharged.
General Medicine v. M.--
Debt discharged.
S.-- v. R.--
Debt discharged.
Education
2006
University of Illinois College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Western Illinois University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers