VIDEOS

Watch this video to understand the new Illinois employment laws taking effect in 2025 and learn how to protect your business. This video was recorded on January 29, during a Lavelle Law Breakfast Briefs presentation with attorneys, Lance Ziebell and Kelly Anderson.

Attorney Jack Lydon delivers an insightful breakdown of election law, covering everything from getting on the ballot to staying on it, along with the necessary timing and procedural steps. If you're considering running for local office in Illinois, this video is a must-watch. Begin the process early and make sure to follow the right procedures every step of the way.

As we say farewell to 2024, we’re excited to look back on the unforgettable moments from our Koozie Challenge! From the frozen wonders of Antarctica to the excitement of the Paris Olympics, and countless incredible destinations in between, the Lavelle Law koozie truly went the distance this year! A big thank you to our clients, staff, family, and friends who took part in the fun. Here’s to even more adventures in 2025! Happy New Year from Lavelle Law!

The 2024 Lavelle Law Charities Food Drive culminated in an incredible success on October 25. Our 4-week long food drive concluded on a beautiful Friday afternoon when Lavelle Law employees delivered well over $13,000 worth of food items and a check for $12,115 for the Schaumburg Township Food Pantry. These donations will keep the shelves stocked throughout the holiday season and beyond. This achievement would not have been possible without the support of our generous community.

Time is running out for business owners to file the Beneficial Ownership Information Report with FinCEN! The deadline for filing is December 31, 2024. If you don’t file accurately by then, you can face a $500 per-day civil penalty and a possible criminal fine of up to $10,000 and/or up to two-years imprisonment! Why risk it – call Frank Portera for our flat fee filing service and avoid the worry of penalties. 847-705-7555

Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements have been utilized by business owners for decades. The practice was recently challenged by the Federal Trade Commission in an action that generated several court cases. Lavelle Law Managing Partner Ted McGinn and Associate Joshua Brill discuss the purpose of the agreements, enforceability, the recent FTC action, and the outcome of several court challenges.

The 2024 Lavelle Law Charities Food Drive is running October 1 - October 25 and supports the Schaumburg Township Food Pantry, which provides crucial assistance to over 1,100 families every month. Due to inflation and rising grocery prices, the need is greater now than ever! Please consider supporting our efforts by either donating non-perishable items at one of our collection boxes around the community or by donating monetarily via our secure payment portal. 100% of financial donations will used to stock the pantry shelves for months to come.

Owners of closely held businesses can learn about deferred compensation plans that provide opportunities to increase their tax-deferred retirement contributions. Steven A. Schoenbrun of Midwest Benefit Consultants, Ltd. discusses different plans that are IRS-approved and provide owners with the chance to increase their contributions. Attorney Kerry Lavelle adds insight into how these plans can be of benefit to owners and executives.

Have you ever wanted to start a business but are unsure how to organize it? If so, then this seminar is for you. We discuss the organizational steps you should consider when forming your new venture. Tips for selecting the appropriate form of entity are provided, including a discussion of the income tax consequences flowing from each choice. We also highlight the organizational documents needed for each entity type, with a focus on the importance of shareholder and operating agreements. Contact Ted McGinn to find out more or to set up a consultation. 847-705-7555 or tmcginn@lavellelaw.com.