Frank J. Portera

It is necessary for business owners to have a knowledgeable attorney who can easily communicate and explain the intricacies and details of the always-evolving law. The most rewarding part of my practice is gaining clients’ trust through hard work and obtaining favorable results in forming, maintaining, and growing their businesses.

Education

 

  • J.D., Marquette University Law School
  • B.A., Marquette University 

 

Bar Certifications

 

  • Admitted to the Bar of the Illinois Supreme Court
  • Admitted to the State Bar of Wisconsin 

 

Community Involvement

Mr. Portera serves on the Board of Directors for the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce and is a member of the Arlington Heights Zoning Board of Appeals. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Gerry’s Café in Arlington Heights and volunteers for the annual Lavelle Law Charities Food Drive. 

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A Must-Watch for Business Owners and Their Advisors
By Frank J. Portera 08 Mar, 2024
As of January 1, 2024, most businesses in the U.S. are required to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act. In this video, Lavelle Law attorney Frank Portera shares important details about the new Act and how it impacts businesses. He will cover the scope of the Act, deadlines, requirements, and penalties. If you own even a portion of a business, this is an important topic for you to learn about.
Learn about the new federal law, the Corporate Transparency Act, and its reporting requirements.
By Frank J. Portera 07 Mar, 2024
Beginning January 1, 2024, most businesses in the U.S. are required to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act. In this podcast, Lavelle Law attorney Frank Portera shares important details about the new Act and how it impacts businesses. He will cover the scope of the Act, deadlines, requirements, and penalties. If you own even a portion of a business, this is an important topic for you to learn about.
Understand the new federal Corporate Transparency Act and the Beneficial Ownership Information repor
By Lavelle Law 12 Jan, 2024
The federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024. All business entities formed or registered to do business in the United States will need to submit a timely Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (FinCEN) unless they qualify for an exemption. Business owners and their advisors are encouraged to attend this seminar, where you will learn about which business entities must file and when, as well as the information that is required to complete the BOI report. We will discuss how Lavelle Law can assist you with this filing and with your annual compliance obligations generally.
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