Trusted Counsel and Experienced Advocacy for Sophisticated Enterprises and Emerging Businesses

From fractional general counsel to complex commercial litigation, we bring sophisticated insight and proven advocacy to enterprises and emerging businesses alike.

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Practice Areas

Complex
Business Litigation

Mergers And
Acquisitions

Outside/Fractional
General Counsel

Intellectual
Property Protection

Complex
Business Litigation

Mergers
& Acquisitions

Outside/Fractional
General Counsel

Intellectual
Property Protection

Legal Services Tailored To Your Situation

Legal advice is most valuable when it is grounded in a deep understanding of your business. At Tomlinson & Shapiro, P.C., we partner with businesses, leadership teams, and entrepreneurs to develop legal strategies that support growth, manage risk, and protect what they have built.

Based in Chicago, we serve clients throughout Illinois and nationwide. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling sophisticated commercial matters, including high-stakes business disputes, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property protection. We combine strategic counsel with experienced advocacy to help clients achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively.

Experienced Chicago Business Law Attorneys Serving Clients Statewide And Nationwide

Wins For Our Clients

$17+ Million Jury Verdict

Successfully obtained and defended on appeal a jury verdict exceeding $17 million in complex commercial litigation.

Fraud Recovery

Secured an asset freeze and a judgment exceeding $2 million for a business victimized by fraud.

Strategic Acquisition

Guided the successful acquisition of an ownership interest in an audio-visual industry company, helping the client expand its business.

Ownership Transition

Counseled and closed a management buyout, ensuring a seamless transfer of ownership and continued business stability.

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We Help Businesses Of All Sizes

From startup formation to sophisticated corporate transactions and high-stakes litigation, Tomlinson & Shapiro serves as trusted advisors to businesses throughout Chicago and across the country.

Our clients range from established enterprises to startups. With experience representing businesses in state courts, federal courts, and arbitration forums nationwide, we combine strategic legal guidance with practical business judgment to help clients protect their interests, capitalize on opportunities, and achieve long-term success.