Attorneys in the Chicago Metro Area
Business and Corporate Law ◊ Over 30 Years of Combined Experience
At the law office of Lifka & Lifka, P.C., in Downers Grove, Illinois, our lawyers bring over 30 years of combined legal experience to businesses and business owners throughout the Chicago area, from start-ups to thriving enterprises. We built our successful practice on a commitment to thorough legal service, always taking the time to carefully explain all of your options, so that you can make informed decisions that protect your interests. As a result, many of our new clients come to us as referrals from existing clients or other professionals. Contact our office or call us at 630-434-9889 to set up an appointment.
Our Business and Corporate Law Practice
We provide a broad range of legal services to businesses and business owners, including comprehensive counsel on
- business formation or organization. If you are involved in a business start up, we will help you determine the best legal structure to accomplish your goals and protect your interests. We will carefully explain the advantages and disadvantages of the different business forms, such as partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations. We will also prepare and/or file the necessary documentation to set up your business enterprise, including articles of incorporation or organization, by-laws, and tax registrations and elections.
- corporate governance. We will take care of all matters required for compliance with state business laws, including shareholder meetings, corporate records and corporate resolutions.
- business or commercial contracts. We will negotiate, review and draft the agreements you need to successfully run and protect your business, including shareholder agreements, vendor and customer contracts, operating and partnership agreements, employment agreements, and non-compete or confidentiality contracts. We will also handle all agreements involved in the sale or purchase of a business or of business assets.
- employment related matters. We also counsel employers and employees on matters related to terminations, severance agreements, and employment contracts.
We represent a broad range of commercial entities from family and closely-held businesses to sizeable corporations. Our clients come from many different sectors of the economy, from professional and service-oriented companies to manufacturing, restaurant and real estate businesses.
Contact Us
To schedule an appointment, contact us or call us at 630-434-9889. We are available during regular business hours, and evening and weekend consultations can be arranged upon request. We can travel to meet with you, if necessary.