About Jonathan D. Steele
Jonathan D. Steele primarily focuses his practice in all areas of family law. He represents clients in the litigation of divorce, child custody, paternity, and post-dissolution matters. Jonathan brings a unique combination of legal expertise and technical proficiency that sets him apart from traditional family law practitioners.
With certifications in ethical hacking (CEH) and cybersecurity (Security+, ISC2 CC), Jonathan traces hidden assets through cryptocurrency wallets, analyzes metadata to authenticate evidence, and understands digital forensics that other attorneys miss entirely.
If your spouse thinks they've hidden assets in crypto, offshore accounts, or digital wallets—they haven't hidden them from me.
Jonathan has been recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star every year since 2016—an honor reserved for the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40 in Illinois. He has also been named a Leading Lawyers Emerging Lawyer and included in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Practice Areas
Education
UIC John Marshall Law School
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor's Degree
Court Admissions
Honors & Recognition
Professional Certifications
Jonathan is the only family law attorney in Illinois with professional cybersecurity certifications:
These certifications enable Jonathan to conduct sophisticated digital asset investigations, authenticate electronic evidence, and identify hidden cryptocurrency holdings that traditional attorneys would miss.
Professional Activities
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes you different from other Chicago divorce attorneys?
I'm the only divorce attorney in Illinois with professional cybersecurity certifications (CompTIA Security+, EC-Council CEH, ISC2 CC). This allows me to trace hidden cryptocurrency, authenticate digital evidence, and uncover offshore accounts that traditional attorneys miss.
What types of cases do you handle?
I handle high-net-worth divorce ($500K+ estates), complex asset division, hidden asset discovery, cryptocurrency tracing, child custody disputes, spousal maintenance, business valuation in divorce, and post-decree modifications across Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Will Counties.
What are your credentials and recognitions?
I've been named an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star every year from 2016-2025—an honor reserved for the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40. I'm also a Leading Lawyers Emerging Lawyer and included in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. I hold a J.D. from UIC John Marshall Law School and Illinois Bar License #6308171.
Contact
Chicago, IL 60601