A former colleague and mentor who was one of the top corporate attorneys in Chicago gave Mike and Brian good advice – “90% of corporate attorneys approach transactional issues with a negative mindset -  this business plan is a bad idea…this agreement carries too much risk…the contra party would never agree to this term…The good corporate attorneys approach corporate issues with a positive mindset – how do I solve this problem…how can we be creative…how can I make the needs of the business consistent with applicable law.  Those are attorneys who become trusted advisors because they solve business problems.”   

 

We follow this simple yet powerful advice and strive to find creative solutions to help business clients achieve their goals - whether it be organizing a company, forming a strategic partnership,  or executing a commercial transaction.  We have negotiated complex contracts with ESPN, Walmart, Target, Tesla, and a wide array of solar equipment and other product manufacturers, financing companies, third party logistics providers, retailers and construction companies.  We also act as outside general counsel for a number of our business clients, helping them navigate the myriad challenges associated with business success on a day-to-day basis.  

 

We Provide the following services:

 

• Transactions & Enterprise Formation

• Corporate Governance

• Commercial Contract drafting and negotiation

• Commercial Contract Management

• Mergers and Acquisitions

• Human Resources Counseling and Management

• Employment Practices and Regulatory Compliance

• Supply Chain Management

• Registered Investment Advisor Start-up

• Solar Financing Program Development; 

• Power Purchase Agreements;

• Construction Contract Negotiation and Drafting

• Secured Lending Arrangements and Credit Agreements