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Jason Adess is an experienced and respected divorce lawyer skilled at attaining positive outcomes for his clients under difficult circumstances.
Motivated by the complex challenges his clients face, Jason is a rigorous, fair, and passionate advocate. As a Principal Attorney at Berger Schatz family law firm, he provides clients with well-studied expertise and representation knowing that the winning solution for his clients lies in conscious restraint. He brings a keen understanding of what is inside and outside the clients’ control within the divorce process, capitalizing on opportunities for clients and adapting to the nuances that emerge as cases progress.
Approach
Flexible and exacting, Jason approaches each case with compassion and a strategy derived from a deep understanding of his clients’ needs. The winning solution for his clients lies in conscious restraint, with the goal of negotiating an advantageous settlement. If the facts and personalities involved in the case necessitate going to court, Jason is a seasoned litigator with a track record of success.
That’s a hallmark of his work: results-oriented adaptability. This gets his clients better results. He has successfully represented clients in trials and appeals on a wide range of issues, from valuation and distribution of assets to child custody and visitation matters, always done with attentiveness to a clients’ needs.
Reputation
Jason is an active participant in the local and national legal community and speaks frequently before legal and professional associations and to law students on issues relating to matrimonial and family law.
Professional Recognition
- The Best Lawyers in America®, 2014 – Present
- Family Law
- Family Law: Mediation
- Family Law: Arbitration
- Illinois Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers, 2012 – Present
- Rising Stars, 2008 – 2009
- Leading Lawyers Network, 2004 – Present
- Law Bulletin Media’s 40 Under Forty, 2008
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent®
Firm Administration
- Executive Committee, Member
Publications & Interviews
- “National Divorce Day,” WFLD TV (FOX Chicago), 2023
Contact
jadess@bergerschatz.comdownload vCard
Education
DePaul University College of Law, J.D., 1995
University of Maryland, B.A., 1992
Bar Admissions
Illinois
United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Professional Memberships
Chicago Bar Association
Illinois Bar Association