A Full Service Business Law Firm. We provide sophisticated legal services to our business clients with the personal touch of a mid-sized law practice. Our team of business lawyers offer companies and their owners, entrepreneurs and professionals, the full range of legal services required through the life cycle of any business enterprise. Our team is skilled in:

Banking & Finance Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures
Business Divorce & Complex Ownership Disputes Privacy Law
Business Formation & Maintenance Private Debt & Equity Offerings
Capital Financing Real Estate Acquisition, Development and Leasing
Closely Held Business Law Real Estate Construction
Commercial Contracts & Agreements Securities Law
Commercial Dispute Resolution Self-Funded Health Benefit Plans
Corporate Finance Shareholder Agreements
Corporate Governance & Fiduciary Duty Taxation & Business Planning
Employment Law Technology Law/Cybersecurity
Executive Compensation Trade Secret Protection
Health Care Venture Capital Transactions
Intellectual Property Wealth & Succession Planning
Joint Ventures  

We also offer business owners a wide range of top-notch personal services, including representation in Estate Planning, Real Estate Transactions, Tax, Business Succession and Family Law/Divorce matters.

Business Counselors. Many of our business lawyers serve as outside general counsel for companies of all sizes covering a wide range of industry sectors. In that role, we connect company management to experienced lawyers with the right skill set – both inside and outside our Business Law Group. We understand and enjoy business and we relish serving as trusted business advisers. Taking the time to learn our client’s business has resulted in personal and business relationships that in many cases have spanned decades.

Local Service, Global Resources. Through our membership and leadership in Legal Netlink Alliance (an alliance of midsized, general practice, independent law firms), our reach is literally global. So whether you need to diligence a merger partner in Phoenix, Arizona, litigate in the Delaware Chancery Court, or consult with a tax expert in Belgium, we can provide assistance both quickly and economically.

Business Disputes. Practice Made Personal® means we are there for our clients when the going gets tough and we treat their matters as our own. Commercial litigation can be stressful and distracting for business owners. Our business lawyers understand that. But when there is no alternative to litigation, we won’t abandon you. We work collaboratively with our Business Litigation Group to ensure that the needs of an ongoing business remain paramount both during the course of litigation and when structuring any settlement. Business lawyers in our group also have extensive experience in ownership disputes (often referred to as “corporate divorce”), and work closely with our litigation team in planning, executing and litigating such matters.

A Mid-Sized Firm With a Depth of Experience. In addition to the core business services described above, our attorneys have specific industry experience in: banking and finance (representing both financial institutions and business customers), health care (representing physicians and physician groups) and a wide range of manufacturing and service industries. Our business clients include manufacturers, builders, distributors and banks, as well as health care, technology, real estate and private equity firms. Our entrepreneurial clients include accountants, lawyers, doctors, real estate, finance and investment professionals.

CBA Regulatory Committee to Present "Let's Be Transparent About the Corporate Transparency Act"
01.22.24

Please join Judith S. Sherwin on Thursday, January 25 for "Let's Be Transparent About the Corporate Transparency Act" presented by Pia Angelikis, VP, Cogency Group, Government Relations and Legal Research.... Read More


Compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act
01.08.24

On January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) took effect. This federal law requires many business entities to report information about their owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).... Read More


Business Law and Transactions Trending Now - Beware of Fradulent Requests Related to the Corporate Transparency Act
12.11.23

FinCEN has noted that fraudulent actors are utilizing the personal information disclosure requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act as part of a new scam.... Read More


David A. Johnson Appointed as Chair of Business Transactions Committee
09.21.23

David has been appointed Chair of the Chicago Bar Association's Business Transactions Committee for 2023-2024 where he will lead by organizing meetings and seminars as well as coordinating publicity.... Read More


Five Steps for Performing Due Diligence on An Acquisition Target's Use of Generative AI
07.17.23

Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI), such as ChatGPT and similar predictive text artificial intelligence models, is currently a hot topic. Businesses are looking for ways to implement it into their systems, while lawyers are cautious of the risks involved. No matter your view on it, Generative AI is becoming mainstream and buyers of businesses need to take steps as part of their due diligence to understand and manage the risks associated with this new technology.... Read More


Federal Trade Commission Issues Proposed Rule Banning Non-Compete Agreements
01.09.23

On January 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission issued a proposed rule that would ban employers from implementing and enforcing non-compete agreements.... Read More


David A. Johnson Jr. and Mark D. Anderson Stress the Importance of Analyzing Tax Impacts of Deferred Compensation Before Transferring Partnership Interests in The Counselor
03.01.22

David A. Johnson Jr. and Mark D. Anderson discuss Hoops, LLC's deferred compensation tax court case and its implications on acquiring assets in the ISBA's Business Advice & Financial Planning Section newsletter.... Read More


Employment Law Alert - Supreme Court Pulls the Plug on President Biden's Vaccination or Testing Mandate
01.14.22

In early November 2021, President Biden announced details of his administration's vaccination policies, which were slated to take effect in December, 2021.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Continues Streak as Best Law Firm in Four Practice Areas
11.04.21

Aronberg Goldgehn has once again been named a Best Law Firm in the metropolitan Chicago area.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Adds New Associates to Business Law and Litigation Practices
09.14.21

Aronberg Goldgehn is excited to announce its continued growth with the additions of Jordan Lewandowski, Lauren M. Ingram and Alexandra ("Alex") Benigni.... Read More


Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Trending Now: Businesses with Illinois Employees and/or Customers Face Wave of Class Action Lawsuits Resulting from Collection of Biometric Information
09.14.21

Any non-governmental entity collecting or using biometric information in Illinois must comply with the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Adds Noted Health Care Attorney Judith S. Sherwin to Firm's Chicago Office
08.30.21

Full-service law firm Aronberg Goldgehn is pleased to announce the addition of Judith S. Sherwin to the firm's Chicago office.... Read More


35 Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Honored as Leading and Emerging Lawyers in 2021 Lists
02.09.21

Leading Lawyers Network recognizes 35 Aronberg Goldgehn attorneys in the 2021 Leading and Emerging Lawyer lists.... Read More


Eighteen Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
01.29.21

Aronberg Goldgehn congratulates its 18 attorneys that have been selected to the 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta Co-Presenting a "Mock Mediation and the Virtual Mediation" at the Chicago Bar Association's Advanced Workshop for Improved Negotiation and Mediation Skills
09.28.20

The online workshop begins November 11, 2020.... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta and Benjamin E. Haskin's Article "Easing the Path Toward an Involuntary Law Firm Break-Up" Published in the CBA Record
09.28.20

The article appears in the September/October 2020 edition of the CBA Record.... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta Co-Presenting "How To Be an Effective Mediator on Zoom" at the Chicago Bar Association's Advanced Workshop for Improved Negotiation and Mediation Skills
09.24.20

The online workshop begins November 11, 2020.... Read More


Alan S. Wernick Presenting "Privacy/Cybersecurity Issues in Virtual Mediation" at the Chicago Bar Association's Advanced Workshop for Improved Negotiation and Mediation Skills
09.24.20

The online workshop begins November 11, 2020.... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta and Alan S. Wernick Serving as Mediators for the Chicago Bar Association's Newly Launched Mediation Service
09.16.20

John is one of the co-founders of the CBA's Mediation Service.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The DOL Issues a New Temporary Rule, Effective Immediately, Narrowing Provisions of the FFCRA and Providing Guidance on Others
09.15.20

This Alert addresses a new temporary rule issued by the DOL, which narrows provisions of the FFCRA and provides guidance on others.... Read More


Alan S. Wernick's Article "Mergers & Acquisitions: Cybersecurity Traps for the Seller & Buyer" Published in Wolters Kluwer's Securities Regulation Daily
08.11.20

The article appears in the August 5, 2020, edition of the Daily.... Read More


Twenty-Nine Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Illinois Leading Lawyers
07.08.20

Anderson, Bannon, Brodsky, Christman, De Preter, Frank, Garmisa, Gilman, Hanekamp, Hayes, Holisky, J. Johnson, Lazzara, Lichtenstein, Melamed, Morris, T. Nelson, C. Niro, B. Niro, Robertson, Schlifke, Scholl, Sciaccotta, Sodikoff, Stark, Warren, Wernick, Zaban and Zaslavsky named Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Six Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Emerging Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
07.08.20

Staci Balbirer, Amy M. Gibson, Benjamin Haskin, David A. Johnson, Jr., Amber O. LaFevers and Lindsay P. Lollio have been named Emerging Lawyers for 2020 by Illinois Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Alan Wernick Presenting "Mergers & Acquisitions: Cybersecurity Traps for the Seller & Buyer"
07.02.20

Alan will present on the topic on July 8, 2020, at a live CLE webinar for the Ohio State Bar Association.... Read More


Business Law Alert - Paycheck Protection Program Update
06.23.20

On June 19, 2020, the Small Business Administration issued additional guidance in its revisions to the Third and Sixth Interim Final Rules governing the Paycheck Protection Program. This Alert explains the guidance.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Elected Treasurer of the Chicago Bar Association for 2020-2021
06.16.20

John will be installed as Treasurer at the CBA's 147th Annual Meeting on June 25, 2020.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Co-Presenting "Religious Sincerity in Corporations & Businesses"
06.15.20

John will present on the topic at the Catholic Lawyers Guild's virtual CLE program on June 16, 2020.... Read More


Business Law Alert - Paycheck Protection Program Update
06.08.20

On June 5, the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, which provides greater flexibility on the use of PPP loan funds, was signed into law. The Act also makes changes to the CARES Act. This Alert summarizes the changes.... Read More


"40 Under Forty Hall of Fame Feature: John Sciaccotta" Published in CBA's Young Lawyers Section's @theBar Blog
06.04.20

The blog features John Sciaccotta, who in 2014 was inducted into the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin's 40 Under Forty inaugural Hall of Fame.... Read More


Mark Anderson Presenting "Section 199A: Operations and Investments" at the Illinois CPA Society's "Taxation on Real Estate Conference"
06.01.20

The conference takes place June 4, 2020, via simulcast.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Presenting at Law Bulletin Media's "Ethics 2020" Virtual Event
06.01.20

On June 11, John will speak on the "Attorneys in Transition: Ethical Considerations for Joining a New Firm, Merging Firms, Leaving a Firm or Succession Planning" panel.... Read More


Business Law Alert - Mergers & Acquisitions: Cybersecurity Traps for the Seller & Buyer
05.26.20

This alert discusses M&A transactions impacted by a data breach, anecdotal observations from the C-Suite, costs related to a data breach, and due diligence considerations.... Read More


Business Litigation Alert - Now's A Good Time to Consider Including Arbitration Clauses in Business Agreements
05.20.20

The COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on our court system underscores the need for businesses to consider contractually bargaining for alternate avenues for dispute resolution.... Read More


Business Law Alert - Guidance Brings Clarification On PPP Loan Certification Requirements
05.14.20

This Alert explains the Treasury Department's recent guidance applicable to the "good faith" certification concerning the necessity of a PPP loan required to be made by all applicants.... Read More


Business Litigation Alert - Force Majeure and Other Potential Defenses for Parties in Breach Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic
05.07.20

This Alert provides a brief overview of potential legal defenses to breach of contract claims.... Read More


Alan Wernick Presenting "Online Dispute Resolution, Cybersecurity, and Data Breaches - What Do They Have To Do With ADR or Being an Arbitrator and/or Mediator?"
04.28.20

This American Arbitration Association webinar takes place April 29, 2020.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Five Key Steps to Bringing Employees Back To the Workplace in Light of COVID-19
04.27.20

Aronberg Goldgehn has prepared a five-step plan to guide employers through each facet of the reopening process.... Read More


Business Law Alert - Paycheck Protection Program Extended
04.24.20

On April 24, 2020, the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act became law. This Alert highlights what it provides.... Read More


Intellectual Property Law Alert - Disgorgement of Profits for Trademark Infringement Does Not Require Willfulness
04.23.20

This Alert discusses today's Supreme Court ruling in Romag Fasteners, Inc. v. Fossil, Inc., No. 18-1233, (U.S. Apr. 23, 2020).... Read More


Real Estate Law Alert - Best Practices for Multi-Family Landlords Managing COVID-19 Issues
04.16.20

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a host of issues for landlords. This Alert addresses policies and procedures they should consider.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Employers Can Make Tax-Free Payments to Employees for COVID-19 Expenses
04.03.20

A March 13, 2020, emergency declaration by the President put into play a little-known provision of the tax law.... Read More


Update - The Paycheck Protection Program Under the Historic CARES Act
04.01.20

The Treasury Department issued an update to the PPP Loan Program. This Update includes the Department's proposed form of Application. Applications may be submitted as early as April 3.... Read More


Amy Gibson and Tim Nelson Presenting "A Recap of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and CARES Act"
03.31.20

This webinar takes place April 2, 2020, at 7 p.m. Central Time.... Read More


Business Law Alert - The Paycheck Protection Program Under the Historic CARES Act
03.30.20

This Alert highlights the Paycheck Protection Program under the CARES Act, which provides non-recourse loans for small businesses, sole proprietors and independent contractors.... Read More


Business Law Alert - The Business Tax Provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act
03.30.20

This Alert focuses on key provisions of the CARES Act that impact business related taxes... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta Presenting "Force Majeure Clauses and the COVID-19 Outbreak: What Are the Pressing Legal Issues?"
03.19.20

This live Webcast will take place March 25, 2020, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.... Read More


Nate Lichtenstein Co-Presenting "Valuation of Closely Held Businesses" at a Decalogue Society Of Lawyers CLE Program
03.05.20

Nate will present on March 5, 2020, from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.... Read More


Twelve Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Author Chapters in "Disputes Involving Closely Held Companies 2020 Edition"
03.02.20

Published by IICLE, this is the essential guide for Illinois attorneys who represent closely held corporations, partnerships or LLCs.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Co-Presenting "Law Firm Breakups - Hard To Do?" a Chicago Bar Association Webinar
02.21.20

On Feb. 24, 2020, John and his co-presenters will address law firm ownership, dissolution and how to avoid a bitter business divorce.... Read More


Eight Aronberg Goldgehn Members Named Super Lawyers By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.29.20

Chris Bannon, Jay Frank, Tom Hanekamp, Julie A. Johnson, Bill Niro John C. Sciaccotta, Blooma Stark and Michael A. Zaslavsky have been selected as Illinois Super Lawyers for 2020.... Read More


Seven Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.29.20

Staci Balbirer, Amy Gibson, Ben Haskin, David Johnson, Lindsay Lollio, Tim Nelson and Chris Niro have been named Rising Stars by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


David Johnson and Alan Wernick Presenting "The Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act Impact on Business" at a Decalogue Society of Lawyers CLE Program
12.19.19

David Johnson and Alan Wernick will present on Jan. 30, 2020, from 12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Further Expands Its Intellectual Property Practice With the Addition of Patent Lawyer Matthew "Chip" De Preter
11.27.19

Chip De Preter has joined Aronberg Goldgehn as a Member, expanding the capabilities of the firm's growing intellectual property practice to include patent prosecution services.... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta Moderating "Civility in the Profession . . . How to Play Nice," a Chicago Bar Association CLE Program
11.22.19

On Dec. 4, 2019, John will moderate the civility panel at the Chicago Bar Association's annual all-day "Basic Skills Course for Newly Admitted Attorneys."... Read More


John C. Sciaccotta Moderating a Panel at the Chicago Bar Association's 2019 Arbitration Institute
10.18.19

On Oct. 29, 2019, John will moderate "Part Two: The Process of Arbitration: Making an Effective Presentation of the Case."... Read More


Alan Wernick Presenting "Technology and the Law - Emerging Technology Trends and Potential Personal Liability," a Webinar for the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies
09.17.19

The webinar will air at 1 p.m. Central Time on Oct. 15, 2019.... Read More


Alan Wernick Co-Presenting "Social Media and the Internet" at the Ohio State Bar Association's Federal Bench Bar Conference
09.11.19

On Oct. 11, Alan's panel will address the intersection of social media, the internet and the law.... Read More


Prominent Technology Law Attorney Alan S. Wernick Has Joined Aronberg Goldgehn in Its Newly Formed Privacy, Cybersecurity & Technology Law Practice Group
08.21.19

Alan handles the complex technology, IP and privacy/cybersecurity issues that challenge clients in the evolving technology marketplace.... Read More


John Sciaccotta and Ben Haskin Presenting "Book & Records Requests Under Delaware & Illinois Law: The Dos & The Do Nots" at the CBA's Business Divorce and Complex Ownership Committee September Meeting
08.21.19

They will speak Sept. 9, 2019, at the CBA headquarters.... Read More


Paul Gilman, Jerry Holisky, Elizabeth Lazzara and Sheri Zaban Named in the Best Lawyers in America 2020 Edition
08.15.19

Lawyers named to The Best Lawyers in America© publication were recognized by their peers in the legal industry for their professional excellence in 146 practice areas.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Co-Presenting "Making Difficult & Distressed Corporate Divorce & Complex Ownership Disputes Resolvable Through Mediation And Arbitration, Inside and Outside of Court Litigation"
07.24.19

The panel will present Sept. 14 at the ABA's Business Law Section's meeting.... Read More


The CBA's Business Divorce and Complex Ownership Disputes Committee Presents "Business Divorce Matters Seeking Both Equitable and Legal Relief Filed in the Cook County Commercial Law Section"
06.05.19

The meeting will be held June 11, 2019, from 12:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.... Read More


Paul Gilman, Elizabeth Lazzara and Sharon Zaban Named to "Crain's 2019 Notable Gen X Leaders in Law" List
06.04.19

Paul Gilman, Elizabeth Lazzara and Sharon Zaban have been named on "Crain's 2019 Notable Gen X Leaders in Law" list, published in the June 3 edition of Crain's Chicago Business.... Read More


John Sciaccotta's Speaking Engagement Reported On in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
05.20.19

The article, "CBA Panel on Legal Bias Illuminates Inequities," appeared in the May 20 edition.... Read More


Bill Niro, Chris Niro and Kristy Diesner Featured in Law360 Article Titled "Aronberg Goldgehn Adds 3 to Bolster Chicago IP Practice"
05.08.19

The Law360 article appeared May 7, 2019.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Strengthens Its Intellectual Property Practice With the Addition of Bill Niro, Chris Niro and Kristy Diesner
05.02.19

The addition of this premier Intellectual Property team expands the firm's capabilities to assist clients in their patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secret matters.... Read More


Elizabeth Lazzara and John Sciaccotta Serving as Campaign Vice Chairs for the 2019 Investing in Justice Campaign
04.26.19

The Investing in Justice Campaign raises much-needed funds for pro bono and legal aid services in the Chicago area.... Read More


John Sciaccotta a Panelist at a CBA Seminar Titled "Reducing Unconscious Bias in the Courts and Legal Profession"
04.05.19

On May 16, 2019, John Sciaccotta will address unconscious bias with fellow panelists, including Hon. Michael B. Hyman of the Illinois Appellate Court.... Read More


Twenty-Three Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers in Illinois
03.20.19

Anderson, Bannon, Brodsky, Christman, Frank, Garmisa, Gilman, Hanekamp, Hayes, Holisky, Johnson, Lazzara, Lichtenstein, Melamed, Morris, Robertson, Schlifke, Scholl, Sciaccotta, Sodikoff, Stark, Zaban and Zaslavsky named Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Seven Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Emerging Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
03.19.19

Staci Balbirer, Amy M. Gibson, Benjamin Haskin, David A. Johnson, Jr., Amber O. LaFevers, Lindsay P. Lollio and Timothy R. Nelson have been named Emerging Lawyers for 2019 by Illinois Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Privacy Alert - Liability Under the Illinois Biometric Privacy Act
02.20.19

A new Illinois Supreme Court ruling expands the scope of liability for companies that collect or store biometric information. The Court has now clarified that actual injury or harm is not necessary to bring a claim... Read More


Staci Balbirer, Amy Gibson, Ben Haskin, David Johnson, Amber LaFevers, Lindsay Lollio and Tim Nelson Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.24.19

No more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in Illinois are named to Rising Stars.... Read More


Staci Balbirer, David Johnson Jr. and Lindsay Lollio Named Members of Aronberg Goldgehn
01.21.19

Aronberg Goldgehn Davis & Garmisa has named Staci Balbirer, David A. Johnson Jr. and Lindsay P. Lollio as Members of the firm, effective January 1, 2018.... Read More


Ben Haskin and John Sciaccotta Presenting "Books & Records Request Strategies Under Sect 7.75 of the Illinois Business Corporation Act & LLC Act"
11.08.18

They will present on the topic at the Nov. 12 meeting of the CBA Business Divorce & Complex Ownership Dispute Committee.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Elected a Trustee of the Barrington School District 220 Educational Foundation Board
10.26.18

As a Trustee, John will support the Foundation's mission to inspire students' passion for learning and career exploration, and provide enriching opportunities through private funding.... Read More


Jerry Holisky and John Sciaccotta Co-Founders of the Chicago Bar Association's New Business Divorce and Complex Ownership Disputes Committee
08.30.18

Jerry Holisky and John C. Sciaccotta serve as the Chair and Vice Chair, respectively, of the Committee.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Elected a Member of The DePaul University College of Law Dean's Council
08.29.18

Aronberg Goldgehn Member John C. Sciaccotta will serve on the advisory board for a three-year term.... Read More


Jerry Holisky Profiled in Leading Lawyer Magazine's 2018 Business Edition in an Article Titled "Fine Art of Business Divorce Garners Rave Reviews From Client"
08.28.18

"I never felt like Jerry had anyone's interests at heart but mine," says a client in the article.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn's Women's Initiative Honors Sarah Alter With Its 2018 Inspiration Award
08.17.18

Sarah Alter, President and CEO of the Network of Executive Women (NEW), accepted the award at the Third Annual Inspiration Award Luncheon.... Read More


Steve Scholl Featured in a Law360 Article About Him Joining Aronberg Goldgehn
08.10.18

Steve says in the article that the chance to join Aronberg Goldgehn gave him the opportunity to work with some top talent in an environment that encourages collaboration.... Read More


Steve Scholl Has Joined Aronberg Goldgehn's Corporate and Transactional Law Practice as a Member
08.01.18

Corporate lawyer Steven M. Scholl, who primarily represents a broad range of closely held and middle market businesses, has joined Aronberg Goldgehn as a Member.... Read More


John Sciaccotta To Be Honored With Fenwick High School's 2018 Accipiter Award
04.30.18

On May 18, 2018, Aronberg Goldgehn member John Sciaccotta will receive the prestigious Accipiter Award from his alma mater, Fenwick High School.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Hosting the Legal Netlink Alliance's Spring 2018 Meeting
04.30.18

On May 17, 2018, the Legal Netlink Alliance will kick off its 2018 Spring meeting with a cocktail reception in the offices of Aronberg Goldgehn.... Read More


Five Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Emerging Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
03.30.18

Amy M. Gibson, Benjamin Haskin, Amber O. LaFevers, Lindsay P. Lollio and Timothy R. Nelson have been named Emerging Lawyers for 2018 by Illinois Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Twenty Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
03.30.18

Twenty-one Aronberg Goldgehn attorneys have been named Leading Lawyers for 2018 by Illinois Leading Lawyers.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Hosting the CBA's Business Divorce and Complex Ownership Disputes Committee's Kick-Off Reception
03.08.18

On April 12, 2018, the firm will host the kickoff reception for the new CBA Business Divorce and Complex Ownership Disputes Committee.... Read More


Tim Nelson Discusses How the Law Impacts Technology and Private Equity in Recent Podcast
02.02.18

Aronberg Goldgehn attorney Timothy Nelson appeared on the Private Equity Technology Podcast this week to discuss how the law impacts technology and Private Equity.... Read More


Mark Anderson Presenting "How Suburban Businesses Will Change to Take Advantage of the New Tax Law"
01.25.18

On February 15, 2018, Mark D. Anderson will present "How Suburban Businesses Will Change to Take Advantage of the New Tax Law" at a seminar presented by the DuPage Foundation.... Read More


Seven Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.24.18

Staci L. Balbirer, Amy M. Gibson, Benjamin Haskin, David A. Johnson, Jr., Amber O. LaFevers, Lindsay P. Lollio and Timothy R. Nelson have been named "Rising Stars" by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


Amy Gibson Publishes "Chicago Paid Sick Leave: Are You Feeling the Pain?"
01.15.18

Amy Gibson has published "Chicago Paid Sick Leave: Are You Feeling the Pain," in the November/December 2017 edition of The Administrators Advantage.... Read More


What You Should Know About the Final Version of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
12.19.17

Lawmakers are poised to deliver significant changes to the tax code, most of which will be effective from 2018 through 2025. This Alert contains a brief list of some of those changes.... Read More


Mark Anderson Presenting "Pass-Through Entity Tax Planning" to the Illinois CPA Society's Fox Valley Chapter
11.28.17

On December 7, Aronberg Goldgehn member Mark Anderson will present "Pass-Through Entity Tax Planning," at the Hilton Lisle/Naperville.... Read More


Business Litigation Alert - Defending Against IRS Tax Penalties
10.19.17

The Internal Revenue Code contains more than 150 penalties that can be assessed against taxpayers and tax return preparers. And the IRS is getting more aggressive about asserting these penalties. How can you defend against them?... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn's Women's Initiative Honors Businesswoman Rowena Zimmers With Its 2017 Inspiration Award
10.17.17

Rowena Zimmers accepted Aronberg Goldgehn's 2017 Inspiration Award at its 2nd Annual Inspiration Award Luncheon.... Read More


Amy Gibson Named in Crain's List of The Most Influential Women Lawyers in Chicago
08.01.17

Aronberg Goldgehn Member Amy M. Gibson has been listed in Crain's Custom Media's inaugural edition of The Most Influential Women Lawyers in Chicago.... Read More


Mark Anderson Presenting "Illinois LLC Act Changes"
05.19.17

On June 9, 2017, Aronberg Goldgehn attorney Mark Anderson will speak on the "Illinois LLC Act Changes" at the Fox Valley Chapter of the ICPAS JD/CPA Practitioners' breakfast.... Read More


Eighteen Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
04.27.17

Eighteen of the firm's members have been named Leading Lawyers by Illinois Leading Lawyers, a designation awarded to less than 5 percent of Illinois attorneys.... Read More


Four Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Emerging Lawyers By Illinois Leading Lawyers
04.26.17

Amy Gibson, Julie Johnson, Tim Nelson and Amber LaFevers have been named Emerging Lawyers by Illinois Leading Lawyers, a designation awarded to less than 2 percent of Illinois attorneys.... Read More


David Johnson Co-Presenting "Starting and Running a Home Based Small Business"
04.24.17

On May 2, 2017, Aronberg Goldgehn attorney David A. Johnson Jr. will be co-presenting "Starting and Running a Home Based Small Business," a workshop offered by The Law Project.... Read More


David Johnson Presenting on Corporate Structures at the Chicago Inventors Organization's Pro Bono Law Evening
04.12.17

Aronberg Goldgehn attorney David A. Johnson Jr. will be presenting at The Chicago Inventors Organization's "Pro Bono Law Evening" on April 25, 2017.... Read More


David Johnson Joins Aronberg Goldgehn's Business Law & Transactions Group
03.23.17

David Johnson Jr. is a general business attorney who represents growing companies and medical practices throughout Illinois and Wisconsin in all stages of operation, including in unique and complex transactions.... Read More


Mike Nelson Joins Aronberg Goldgehn's Business Law & Transactions Group
03.03.17

Michael S. Nelson has joined Aronberg Goldgehn Davis & Garmisa as an associate in the firm's business law and transactions practice group. He represents clients in real estate and business transactional matters.... Read More


Federal Court Diversity Jurisdiction and Non-Corporate Entities - REIT Is a Citizen of Every State Where Its Owners Are Citizens
02.10.17

For the first time in 25 years, a unanimous U.S. Supreme Court addressed the application of the federal diversity statute to non-corporate entities.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.23.17

Staci L. Balbirer, Amy M. Gibson, Julie A. Johnson, Amber O. LaFevers and Timothy R. Nelson have been named "Rising Stars" by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


The Disappearance of the Requirement That the Internal Revenue Service Exhaust All Reasonable Collection Efforts Against the Primary Obligor
09.15.16

An article by Aronberg Goldgehn associate Benjamin Haskin has been published in the Federal Taxation newsletter.... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - Illinois Enacts Employee Sick Leave Act Effective January 1, 2017
09.14.16

House Bill 6162 has been signed by Gov. Bruce Rauner, creating the Employee Sick Leave Act. The Act takes effect January 1, 2017, and provides Illinois employees with more flexibility in their use of existing company provided sick leave benefits.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Sponsoring the 18th Annual Illinois Bar Foundation Gala
09.07.16

Aronberg Goldgehn is honored to be the Northern Illinois University Fellowship Sponsor for the Illinois Bar Foundation's 2016 Gala, where Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan will be presented with the 2016 Distinguished Award for Excellence.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Elected to Membership in the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
08.08.16

Litigator John C. Sciaccotta has been elected a Member of the prestigious Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn's Women's Initiative Hosts Its Inaugural Inspiration Award Luncheon
08.01.16

Ulta Beauty General Counsel Jodi Caro Honored With the 2016 Inspiration Award... Read More


Employment Law Trending Now - The Defense of Trade Secrets Act of 2016; Enhanced Protection for Confidential Information and Trade Secrets
06.23.16

The Defense of Trade Secrets Act took effect in May, amending the Economic Espionage Act, and providing a private right of civil legal action for businesses.... Read More


Mark Anderson Presenting the Key Current Issues in Advising S-Corporations
06.02.16

On June 15, 2016, Aronberg Goldgehn member Mark D. Anderson will present "Key Current Issues in Advising S-Corporations" at an Illinois CPA Society-O'Hare Chapter dinner event and program.... Read More


Bob Sodikoff and Son Featured in the Law Day Edition Of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
04.29.16

Aronberg Goldgehn member Robert N. Sodikoff and his son, also a lawyer, are featured in the annual Law Day Edition of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.... Read More


Bob Sodikoff Publishes Chapter in IICLE's "Secured Transactions 2016"
04.11.16

Robert N. Sodikoff's "Letters of Credit" has been published in the "Secured Transactions 2016" edition, which is considered the essential guide covering security interests and priority under UCC Article 9.... Read More


Tim Nelson Elected Town Council President for Ogden Dunes, Indiana
01.07.16

Timothy R. Nelson, Co-Chair of the Business Law & Transactions Group at Aronberg Goldgehn, has been elected as Town Council President for the Town of Ogden Dunes, Indiana, where he lives with his family.... Read More


Five Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named Rising Stars by Illinois Super Lawyers
01.01.16

Staci Balbirer, Amy M. Rapoport Gibson, Amber O. LaFevers, Timothy R. Nelson and Julie A. Neubauer and have been designated Rising Stars in Illinois by Super Lawyers.... Read More


Mark Anderson Named a Member of the Edward Foundation's Board of Directors
08.06.15

The Edward Foundation has named Mark D. Anderson as a member of its Board of Directors. Established in 1990, The Edward Foundation supports Edward Hospital & Health Services' community health care initiatives.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Appoints New Practice Group Chairs
07.29.15

Nate Lichtenstein and Amy Rapoport Gibson Will Lead the Commercial Litigation Group; Paul Gilman and Tim Nelson, Business Law & Transactions... Read More


Jerry Holisky Elected Co-Managing Member of Aronberg Goldgehn
07.27.15

Jerry Holisky has been elected Co-Managing Member of Aronberg Goldgehn. Holisky will share the responsibility for the strategic and operational governance of the firm with fellow member Christopher J. Bannon.... Read More


Tax Law Alert - IRS Proposes Regulations on Disguised Payments For Services
07.23.15

The Internal Revenue Service issued proposed regulations today on "Disguised Payments for Services," which will change legislation made by Congress back in 1984.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Ranked No. 1 for Having the Highest Percentage of Women Associates Among Illinois' Largest Firms
07.14.15

Chicago Lawyer magazine' has published the results of its annual diversity survey of the largest law firms in Illinois, and Aronberg Goldgehn has been ranked No. 1 in one analysis of the statistics.... Read More


Mark Anderson Joins Aronberg Goldgehn
05.06.15

Mark Anderson has joined Aronberg Goldgehn as a member. He concentrates his practice in federal and state corporate and partnership tax, estate and gift taxes, and related business matters for middle market companies and their owners.... Read More


John Sciaccotta Joins Aronberg Goldgehn
05.04.15

John Sciaccotta has joined Aronberg Goldberg as a member. He focuses his practice on litigation, arbitration and business counseling matters with a special emphasis on complex civil trial and appellate cases brought in federal and state courts throughout the country.... Read More


HIPAA Update - A Summary of Recent HIPAA Changes
01.15.15

It has been more than a decade since most providers first undertook HIPAA privacy compliance efforts. Since then, many new rules and regulations have been enacted. This alert provides a summary of recent HIPPA changes.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named 2015 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars in Illinois
01.12.15

Christopher J. Bannon, Jay A. Frank and Blooma Stark have been selected as Illinois Super Lawyers; Amber N. LaFevers, Timothy R. Nelson and Amy M. Rapoport Gibson named ‘Rising Stars.'... Read More


Employment Law Update - The Illinois Human Rights Act Amended
01.01.15

Effective Jan. 1, 2015, the Illinois Human Rights Act is amended to expand protections for workers and applicants related to pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions. This Update summarizes the Act.... Read More


Lisa Brodsky, Tim Nelson and Amy Gibson Elected New Members
01.01.15

Aronberg Goldgehn has elected Lisa J. Brodsky, Timothy R. Nelson and Amy M. Rapoport Gibson as Members of the firm, effective January 1, 2015.... Read More


Paul Gilman Quoted About the Inversion Backlash in Canadian Lawyer Magazine
12.15.14

Paul A. Gilman is quoted in "The inversion backlash: As public awareness of corporate tax schemes becomes more mainstream, inversions have been put in the spotlight."... Read More


Billy Garmisa Featured in Illinois Leading Lawyers Network Magazine - Top Business Lawyers in Illinois Edition
09.23.14

William Garmisa is profiled in"Everyone Is Replaceable – Except Billy," an article in the Illinois Leading Lawyers Magazine-Top Business Lawyers in Illinois Edition.... Read More


USA TODAY Speaks with Paul Gilman on Tax Inversions
08.27.14

Tax and business planning attorney Paul Gilman spoke with USA TODAY about Burger King's recent agreement to merge with Canada-based Tim Hortons.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Listed as Top Midwest Real Estate Law Firm
07.10.14

Aronberg Goldgehn is pleased to announce we have been listed amongst the Top Midwest Real Estate Law Firms for 2014 as noted by Midwest Real Estate Magazine's annual Best of the Best issue.... Read More


Legal Netlink Alliance Spring General Meeting Held in Chicago
05.16.14

On May 16, Legal Netlink Alliance held its Spring General Meeting at the Standard Club in Chicago.... Read More


Longtime Aronberg Goldgehn Client, Award-Winning Chef Yoshi Katsumura, Receives Recognition
04.03.14

Longtime Aronberg Goldgehn client, award-winning Chef Yoshi Katsumura, receives recognition with the Lakeview corner of Halsted and Aldine being named Yoshi Katsumura Way in his honor.... Read More


Henry Morris Featured in Leading Lawyers Network Magazine's Real Estate, Construction and Environmental Edition for 2014
01.17.14

Leading Lawyers Network Magazine featured Real Estate and Construction Member, Henry Morris, in an article in their Real Estate, Construction and Environmental Edition for 2014.... Read More


Amber LaFevers, Tim Nelson and Amy Gibson Named Rising Stars By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.13.14

Amber LaFevers, Timothy R. Nelson and Amy M. Rapoport Gibson have been designated as Rising Stars by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


Chris Bannon, Jay Frank, Billy Garmisa and Blooma Stark Named Super Lawyers By Illinois Super Lawyers
01.13.14

Christopher J. Bannon, Jay A. Frank, William J. Garmisa and Blooma Stark have been selected as Super Lawyers by Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


Amy Gibson, Tim Nelson and Julie Neubauer Named Rising Stars by Illinois Super Lawyers
08.29.13

Aronberg Attorneys Amy M. Rapoport Gibson, Timothy R. Nelson and Julie A. Neubauer and have been designated Rising Stars in Illinois by Super Lawyers.... Read More


Chris Bannon, Jay Frank, Billy Garmisa and Blooma Stark Named Super Lawyers By Illinois Super Lawyers
08.29.13

Aronberg Goldgehn members Christopher J. Bannon, Jay A. Frank, William J. Garmisa and Blooma Stark have been selected as Illinois Super Lawyers.... Read More


Seven Aronberg Goldgehn Attorneys Named 2013 Illinois Super Lawyers' and Rising Stars' in Illinois
01.04.13

Aronberg Goldgehn is pleased to announce that four attorneys were selected as Illinois ‘Super Lawyers' for 2013 and four attorneys were designated as ‘Rising Stars' in Illinois by Super Lawyers magazine.... Read More


Jerry Holisky Discusses the Role of Advisory Boards in Closely Held Entrepreneurial Firms
08.02.12

Business lawyer Jerry Holisky was interviewed by First Business News on the role of advisory boards in closely held entrepreneurial firms.... Read More


Aronberg Goldgehn Welcomes Legal Intern From Abroad
08.01.11


Timothy Nelson Joins Aronberg Goldgehn As An Associate
11.29.10

Timothy Nelson has joined Aronberg Goldgehn as an associate in the business law department.... Read More


Jerry Holisky Receives Chicago Association of Realtors 2010 Affiliate Member of the Year Award
09.16.10

Aronberg Goldgehn business lawyer Jerry Holisky has been honored by the Chicago Association of Realtors® as the 2010 Affiliate Member of the Year.... Read More