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Jennifer A. Schuster

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 15 years

Estate planning Lawyer Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Family

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 15 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2010

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Jennifer A. Schuster's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mark | November 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce and Separation Attorney

Jennifer Schuster is an outstanding divorce attorney. Due to circumstances that were out of control, my divorce was very complex from both a financial and emotional standpoint. Per my request to keep legal costs to a minimum, and focus on settling, Jennifer was diligent in being efficient with he...r time, and diffusing potentially inflammatory issues as they arose. I highly recommend using Jennifer for any legal needs related to a divorce.

Posted by Jenny | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer-can’t go wrong

Jennifer is an awesome lawyer. She represented me in my divorce that had relatively complicated financial issues, including the valuation of my husband’s medical practice. Jennifer helped negotiate a fair, workable settlement and helped spare my family a lot of additional heartache during this tough ...time. My divorce wasn’t the “horror story” I hear about from so many friends. This was largely due to Jennifer’s attention to detail, organization, knowledge, and empathy. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Jean | November 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top-notch attorney with the highest ethical standards

I hired Jennifer for a case in Domestic Relations court in the Circuit Court of Cook County. She was excellent in every way...well-versed and organized. She was helpful in every way. She was able to analyze and understand the situation and move in a direction to safeguard me and my grandchildren. Her... motions are concise, yet forceful. Jennifer exhibits the highest ethical standards. I would highly recommend Jennifer to anyone needing excellent legal counsel.

Posted by James | December 9, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent lawyer - highly recommended

Jennifer was an excellent lawyer to work with.....she is responsive, very trustworthy, results orientated and also empathetic to the situation. I would not hesitate in recommending Jennifer to anyone looking for a lawyer to help guide them through the divorce process.

Posted by anonymous | December 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful Attorney - Highly Recommended

Jennifer was extremely organized and knowledgeable. She was so patient throughout the entire process and available any time I needed to speak with her.

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Jennifer A. Schuster's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Lavin

Family lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jennifer Schuster is a formidable, effective advocate for her clients who displays civility and professionalism in every aspect of a case. I had the pleasure of working with Jennifer on a divorce matter, and she dedicated herself to minimizing conflict and maximizing outcomes. I enthusiastically endorse Jennifer, without reservation."

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Gabriela Sapia

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jen is professional, smart and respectful in her representation of clients. She strongly argues on her clients' behalf while remaining amicable to opposing counsel in an effort to reach settlement. It's a pleasure to see her name on the other side of a case."

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Jordan Levey

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Zigulich

Unknown lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Jennifer. She is compassionate and aggressive. Her knowledge of family law is extensive and she has an excellent reputation in the community."

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Lindsay Margolis

Family lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is an excellent family law attorney whose dedication to and compassion for her clients' goals and individual needs is unwavering. She is accessible, pays attention to detail, and has creative problem solving skills that aid her in zealously advocating for her clients, while keeping their childrens' best interests in mind."

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David Zwaska

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had a contentious custody matter with Jennifer on the other side. Jennifer was reasonable and easy to work with, despite her client being difficult. She also aggressively represented her client in court and kept me on my toes. I endorse Jennifer as a great lawyer."

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Scott Tzinberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexandra Martinez

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is an excellent attorney and is attentive to their needs. She is very patient with her clients but aggressive in Court!"

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Jessica Marshall

Family lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jennifer is a wonderful attorney. She pays great attention to detail and strives to obtain great results for her clients. She really wants to do the best job possible for her clients and it shows as she advocates for their needs. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joel Zimmerman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is very conscientious, knowledgeable, straight forward and honest."

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Kimberly Anderson

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Jennifer is one of the best writers we have. She's tough in court and has the ability to see the big picture for our clients. She won't waste a lot of time on motions that aren't productive. She fully evaluates the case and has a no nonsense approach with her clients when setting a plan in motion to accomplish their goals."

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Jennifer Lavin

Family lawyer

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Gabriela Sapia

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jordan Levey

Family lawyer

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Lindsay Margolis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Dennis Harrison

Family lawyer

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David Zwaska

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Associations

2015 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Marriage of Breashears

Affirmed.

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Education

2002

Northwestern University

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

Northwestern University School of Law

Certified Mediator

N/A

University of Missouri School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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