Expensive, impersonal service -- disappointing experience…read more I had a disappointing experience with this firm a few years ago during my divorce. I initially believed I would be working with John the lead attorney, but I was instead passed off to junior associates--even though I was billed at the same high rate. Despite my case being relatively simple (one property and sole custody already agreed upon), I was charged thousands of dollars before anything was ever filed. Most of the cost came from back-and-forth emails, phone calls, and internal communication--not progress on my case. After months of billing, they had only drafted a decree and pushed me toward deeper financial investigation I didn't request. I eventually stopped working with them after spending over $5,000 with no resolution or court filing. If you're looking for clear communication, personalized service, or cost transparency, I would recommend asking very specific questions before signing a retainer.

I have a simple uncontested family adoption and these bozos don't call back don't respond to…read moreemails, never update anything on the case and when you call them on it, they lie. Alma who answers the phone when someone answers is about as rude and ignorant as anyone you have ever spoken to and wouldn't last a day at a Burger King drive through. I had to fire this firm before making any headway. It was a very expensive lesson on how dishonest and incompetent lawyers can be.

We were denied claim by a public and fortune 500 insurance company, suffering hundreds of thousands…read moreof dollars in casualty loss. Chris was able to find key points that the insurance company had violated by not paying the claim. He was patient with us, and very compassionate. Communications were very prompt and clear. After nearly 4 years (partially due to COVID delays), we were able to get reasonable settlement close to our damages. We strongly recommend Chris to help with any insurance-related cases.

In September 2011 I was mauled by a dog owned by renter/tenants who lived next door to my house. I…read morewent to a family recommended attorney and had an awful horrible experience. I was down on my outs and in tears when I started searching for a new attorney to take my case seriously and to take me serious. The day I started calling attorneys I talked to Jim Roche on the phone. He was one of 6 attorneys I spoke to that day. Out of the 6 he was the only one that stopped me from crying and gave me hope. He actually cared what I had to say. It wasn't just a case. I followed up for an in person interview with him to go over my case. My case was far from an easy one. I knew this in advance. When he spoke to me, he didn't care how hard the case was or how much the laws were against it. He took it on. Over the next year I would come to realize something really amazing about this office. The entire time Jim Roche was on my case I never felt out in the cold nor did I feel ignored. His office staff were always there to answer my calls and ease my anxiety. Specifically Kim Mazuc. There were plenty of calls to her while I was breaking down in tears that she is was kept me from crashing. She kept my hope up. Same as Jim. As my case went on I knew the chances of winning were slim to none. The laws in Illinois were against me. That didn't stop them from fighting for me. I was blown away by every single thing Jim did to keep my case going and how detailed and efficient it was. There was a time when I read a response he wrote and I literally broke down in tears. For so long I felt like I was fighting alone. But they changed that. I was no longer fighting it alone. I didn't win the case against the landlords however we received a judgement against the tenants. If I was ever asked since I didn't win against the landlords do I regret picking Theisen & Roche as my attorney office, I would say 100% NO! I wouldn't have it any other way. No one else would have fought for me the way they did. No one else would have felt like family calling. No one else would have been able to stop the tears and the anxiety. This place is not only highly respectable they are great people with great hearts. You won't find another attorney who will fight for you the way they do! You won't find office staff anywhere else that will treat you with the compassion they do. I promise you. This is where you want to go! Thank you Jim Roche & Kim Mazuc and everyone else from Theisen & Roche, LTD. 100% THANK YOU!

Unfortunately, we live in a world where car accident injuries happen. When I was injured I went to…read moreChute O'Malley Knobloch and Turcy. Josh Goeppner was a fantastic attorney who showed empathy and grit as the case proceeded. Highly recommend !

Just got off the phone with Tom Chute. Although he is unable to help me personally, he took the…read moretime to explain why, who to contact, and what type of lawyer I need. Over 13 minutes talking with me and he knew before I called that I needed a different type of lawyer. If he cares enough to do that, he will be my #1 choice if ever needed! Thank you so much!

Ignores phone calls and was unwilling to return emails. We had begun a case with him, and suddenly…read morehe stopped making contact with us, despite contacting him several times. The amount of time wasted with him would be better spent with a different lawyer.

One of the best attorneys in the area. Very knowledgeable and has excellent rapport with judges and…read moreother attorneys, alike. Honest and trustworthy, I never once doubted that he was doing what was in my best interest. Chris knows the law and it shows. His fees are very reasonable, and definitely worth every penny! I highly recommend hiring him if you want an attorney who cares about his clients and goes above and beyond.

I was referred to Mr. Bizar by my workplace EAP program. I emailed and he called back the next…read moremorning (Thursday) and I missed his call. When I called back, I left a number with his office. I never heard back from him again. If too have any time sensitive real estate contract work, do not contact him!

Terrible! It was the biggest waste of money i ever had! He does not care for his clients and the…read moreonly time anything would be done on your case is when you initiate it! Takes 2 days for him to call back which shows how much he truly cares. Never again.

John is great and passionate 2 hard qualities to find in a attorney. He is not they type to try and…read moreget a plea worked out unless 100% necessary. He will fight for you until the very end. He is a compassionate person. He will do anything in his power to fight for you. John is knowledgeable in criminal and traffic. He represented my sister in a traffic case and he got her great results. Don't hesitate to contact him. Thanks John.

1000% satisfied with this company. I was hit by a vehicle while walking to my car. (Super fun,…read moreright?) Well I'm so glad I randomly chose the Shammas Law firm thanks to his previous yelp reviews. Michael Shammas was personable, patient and most important available whenever I had a question. You know that feeling when you know someone isn't listening to you or they're trying to rush you off the phone? That wasn't the case with Michael. He got me exactly the settlement I was looking for too! I can't stress this enough- he is the best!

I'm so happy about I chose Michael. He made a really…read moresatisfying settlement which was 3 times more that I expected. And it was so good to contact him cause he made every document and consulting through email and phone calls. It was his consideration cause I live too far from downtown so I couldn't go there that often. Also I kept text him,call him,email him(yes, I was a very annoying client) but every time I contact him he responded immediately and kindly. I want everybody know he's a really competant lawyer and he knows what he have to do. It took only 5months everything has done, from I got a first call from him to I got a settlement offer. Every process was so fast and easy. I just sent some signed paper and he handled every other headache things. I'll definitely highly recommend him to everyone I know, hire him again when I need attorney. I need to say that I'm so happy now and thank you. You don't know how much I thank you, Michael. It was so good to meeting you.

Jim was incredibly helpful and thorough. He prepared my father's POA and will. When my father moved…read morein with me, Jim recommended that I see an elder care lawyer to protect, both, my dad and myself. He was especially helpful after my father passed away and help me understand my role as executor. Thanks, Jim!

Mr. Stortzum will take your money and not complete his job!. Very bad experience with this…read moreattorney. Stay away!