The 90-Minute Priority Case Assessment gives Illinois HNW couples strategic clarity on asset protection, custody positioning, and realistic timelines—before opposing counsel gets the advantage.
Only 8 assessments available per month • Next availability: January 2025
The Truth: In Cook County, the side with the clearer strategy wins. Not the side with the "better case." The Priority Case Assessment gives you that strategic clarity before the meter starts running on full representation.
(Normally $850 • Today: $497)
Conducted by Jonathan Steele, Partner at Beermann LLP. Not a paralegal screening call. Not a 15-minute "free consult" where you get pitched. This is a working session where we map your entire case.
Value: $600
This isn't a generic template. You'll receive a custom-written document containing:
Value: $450
We've appeared before 40+ Cook County judges in Domestic Relations. This confidential guide reveals:
Value: $300 (Not available publicly)
Your $497 assessment fee is fully credited toward your retainer if you decide to move forward with representation within 30 days. This means:
Effective Value: $0 (if engaged) or $497 (if you choose not to proceed)
Total Value of This Package:
$1,350
Your Investment Today:
$497
Fully credited toward retainer if engaged within 30 days
"The Strategic Action Plan saved me at least $15,000 in unnecessary discovery costs. Jonathan identified which assets were non-marital before we even filed—my previous attorney missed that completely."
— M.R., Oak Park
Estate Value: $2.3M
"I was terrified of losing custody. The Priority Assessment gave me a clear roadmap on how to document my parenting time. We ended up with exactly the schedule Jonathan outlined in the plan."
— D.L., Naperville
Estate Value: $1.8M
"Best $497 I've ever spent. The Judge Profiles guide alone was worth triple that—we knew exactly how to position our maintenance argument based on who was assigned to our case."
— K.W., Chicago (Lincoln Park)
Estate Value: $4.1M
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Regular Price:
$850
Today's Investment:
$497
✓ Fully credited toward retainer if engaged within 30 days
We intentionally limit Priority Assessments to ensure quality. Once we reach 8 bookings, the next available slot moves to the following month.
Current month availability:
3 Slots Remaining
If you engage for full representation within 48 hours of your assessment (vs. the standard 30-day window), we'll waive the $750 case setup fee. This includes:
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At the end of your Priority Case Assessment, you will receive a written Strategic Action Plan within 48 hours. If the plan does not include:
...then we will refund your $497 assessment fee in full. No questions asked.
(This has never happened in 3+ years of offering Priority Assessments. But the guarantee stands.)
A: No. This is a working session. You'll spend 90 minutes reviewing your financials, custody goals, and legal options. The Strategic Action Plan you receive is actionable whether or not you hire us. Many clients use the plan to guide their discussions with other attorneys (though 78% of assessment clients do engage us for representation).
A: The Priority Assessment is ideal for you. It's designed to give you clarity on what a dissolution would look like—costs, timelines, custody outcomes—so you can make an informed decision. There's no pressure to file. Think of it as strategic planning, not legal commitment.
A: The full credit applies if you engage within 30 days of your assessment. After that window, the $497 becomes a standalone consultation fee. (Bonus: If you engage within 48 hours, we also waive the $750 setup fee.)
A: You'll receive a pre-assessment questionnaire after booking. At minimum, bring:
Don't worry if you don't have everything—we'll work with what you have and identify what's missing.
A: Yes, with caveats. While our primary practice is Cook County, the Priority Assessment framework applies to all Illinois counties. However, the Judge Profiles guide is Cook County-specific. If you're in DuPage, Lake, Kane, or Will County, we can still provide strategic value—but mention your county when booking so we can tailor the plan accordingly.
A: Attorney-client privilege attaches the moment you book the assessment. Your consultation (and the written plan) are confidential. We recommend you store the Strategic Action Plan in a secure location (password-protected cloud storage, not shared devices). If you're concerned about safety, let us know during booking—we have protocols for high-conflict or domestic violence situations.
A: Each assessment requires 3-4 hours of Jonathan's time (90-minute session + Strategic Action Plan drafting + follow-up). To maintain quality and give existing clients proper attention, we cap it at 8 per month. This also ensures you're not getting a "cookie-cutter" plan—every assessment is custom-built for your situation.
Only 3 slots remaining this month • Next available: January 2025