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Zeidman & Carpenter

Zeidman & Carpenter is a premier boutique law firm committed to providing exceptional representation, litigation, and transactional services, tailored and personalized to each client’s needs. Our experience is combined with innovative thinking and problem solving to provide a modern approach to today’s legal needs. Our firm embraces technology as a tool to help us serve clients more efficiently.

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Step Closer To Justice

As a boutique law firm, we recognize the individuality of each of our clients. In representation of our business clients, we are dedicated to the advocacy and advancement of women and minority entrepreneurs. In representation of our family law clients, we prioritize parental rights, both mothers and fathers.

Zeidman & Carpenter is committed to using the law as a vehicle for change that benefits oppressed communities and fighting inequality in any way we can.

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Our Practice Areas

A family law attorney can be invaluable when navigating the often-confusing legal world of divorce, child custody, and other family disputes.

Business law is one of the most complex segments of the legal system, with its scope extending from intellectual property to taxation and contract and labor disputes.

If you’re looking to buy or sell real estate, it’s important to have the best legal representation possible to help you navigate the process.

We will help take care of your family and your future with their expertise in wills and estate planning.

We help our clients navigate the legal system so they can focus on getting better instead of dealing with paperwork and arguing with insurance companies.

Our Practice Areas

A family law attorney can be invaluable when navigating the often-confusing legal world of divorce, child custody, and other family disputes.

Business law is one of the most complex segments of the legal system, with its scope extending from intellectual property to taxation and contract and labor disputes.

If you’re looking to buy or sell real estate, it’s important to have the best legal representation possible to help you navigate the process.

We will help take care of your family and your future with their expertise in wills and estate planning.

We help our clients navigate the legal system so they can focus on getting better instead of dealing with paperwork and arguing with insurance companies.

Testimonials

What Our client's Are Saying

As a young adult, I had never had a reason to hire an attorney. But sometimes in life you just need lawyer. I was referred to Jade through a good friend. I called her and to my surprised she answered immediately. We met the next business day and I told her everything that happened. She was very compassionate towards the situation and assured she would do her best to help me. She kept through on this promise and she helped navigate an difficult situation. Jade was compassionate as an attorney, but more importantly she knew how to get the job done.

Johnathon Frey

Lee handled a recent house sale for us. It was challenging for a number of reasons. First, we were trying to complete the transaction quickly to avoid delays due to Covid-19. So the closing was scheduled much quicker than usual. Once scheduled, it was accomplished with minimal actual human contact. There were several other complications making this anything but a typical closing. Lee stayed on top of the entire process. We highly recommend him without reservation.

I would absolutely recommend Jade as an attorney for any of your business legal matters. She was able to review my commercial lease and brought to my attention several concerns that could have caused problems for me later on. She also addressed those concerns with the Realty Group so that they were adjusted, keeping my best interest in mind. Her communication throughout the entire process was excellent and I always was informed of the current status of her work. You can trust that she'll get things handled.

Kasheena Brookins

It was an absolute pleasure working with Lee. As a first time home buyer doing a direct purchase, I had no idea what to expect from the process, but Lee and his team made it easy and painless. He was quick to answer all of my questions, he made sure I was comfortable during every step of the home buying process, and he carefully explained each document that I was signing during closing. I couldn’t recommend him enough; I’ll be using him for all of my future legal needs.

Thank you, Jade Carpenter, for guiding us with such ease through the process of getting our joint trust and wills set up. We so appreciate your professionalism, speed of work and the great results you produced for us. Your care and support of us were outstanding.

Dr. Elsbeth Meuth

I was referred to Lee for my bankruptcy case. At the initial meeting he explained the whole process in detail and made me feel at ease in what is a nerve wracking situation. Any time I had a question or concern regarding my case he was able to answer and reassure me. I am very grateful for his hard work!

The stereotype of lawyers - sharks without a conscience or soul- couldn’t be more wrong when it comes to Jade Carpenter. She’s one of the most competent attorneys we have ever worked with and her expertise is only equaled by her compassion and commitment to her clients. As a woman who excels in assisting other entrepreneurs in areas as divergent as incorporated strategies to intellectual property, she has proven to be an amazing asset to our nearly 5000 members. And she is, quite literally, the only attorney we would trust for our network and charitable foundation. If you need an attorney, call Jade Carpenter. You’ll get more than an attorney. You’ll get a champion and partner.

WESOS Network

I have Jade by my side for more than a year now, and I am grateful for her expertise on business law. She is confident, professional, patient and trustworthy. Communication is flawless as she always replies in a timely manner. She is truly a professional! I would absolutely recommend her, without hesitation!

Ella K

When I talked to him over the phone, I thought I was talking to an Experienced rude lawyer, but when I meet him that wasn’t the case. Pleasant, energetic and experienced. Did a great job for my case.

I have used Mr. Zeidman and his firm twice so far and each time I was not disappointed. He and his staff were professional and very prompt with their responses. Regarding my legal situations, I never had to worry about deadlines or whether or not I was taken care of. I was always notified whenever critical milestones were coming up and briefed when needed. I always felt prepared! I cannot recommend Mr. Zeidman and his practice enough. I will definitely use him again!

Jade Carpenter, MBA

Attorney at Law

Jade Carpenter is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs protect themselves and their business. As the founding attorney of Zeidman & Carpenter, she focuses on small business and the advocacy and advancement of women and minority entrepreneurs.

Jade also helps clients with a range of services including real estate, estate planning, trademarks, contracts, personal injury and more. She is a member of the Chicago Bar Association, North Suburban Bar Association, and volunteers as a Board Member of In Her Shoes Foundation.

Jade earned her Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School, her M.B.A. from Elmhurst College, and her B.A. from Capital University. She is admitted to the bars of Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois.

Jade’s excellence in practice has earned her recognition on the 2021 and 2022 Illinois Rising Stars lists.

 You can contact jade directly at JadeC@zeidmancarpenter.com

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Lee R. Zeidman, Esq.

Attorney at Law

Attorney Lee R. Zeidman has been practicing law since 2008, initially working for a general practice firm in Chicago. Lee established his own thriving practice in 2010 with the litigation and transactional needs of his clients. Fine tuning the focus of his practice, Lee primarily works on family law, real estate and general litigation matters, while guiding countless business clients through their business needs.  

Lee has been recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star for 2015-2021, nominated by peers as one of Illinois’ best lawyers, based upon the successes of his representations and experiences. This award is limited to just 2.5% of lawyers in the State of Illinois.  

Additionally, Lee is one of the few attorneys on AVVO.com with more than 110 5-star reviews and counting!

Lee earned his Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School and his Political Science B.A. from DePaul.

 You can contact Lee directly at LRZ@zeidmancarpenter.com

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