CHICAGO, June 4, 2026 – Levenfeld Pearlstein’s (LP) Real Estate Group, Financial Services & Restructuring Group, and Intellectual Property Group were recognized by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business among the best real estate practices, bankruptcy and restructuring practices, and trademark, copyright & trade secrets practices, respectively, in Illinois.
In its review of LP’s Real Estate Group, which has been ranked for 18 consecutive years, Chambers shared feedback that LP lawyers “are extremely responsive and attentive to the client needs.”
In its review of LP’s bankruptcy and restructuring practice, Chambers highlighted feedback that “the preparation for oral arguments is thorough and they never miss a deadline. Each lawyer knows their role and is extremely knowledgeable about their specific subject matter.”
In its review of LP’s Intellectual Property Group, Chambers shared feedback that “the Levenfeld Pearlstein team has a vast network of colleagues and partners internationally to support our growing needs across the globe.”
The following attorneys were individually recognized by Chambers USA as among the best in Illinois:
Harold Israel has “an unrelenting work ethic, can keep clients calm and understands our business and the many personalities within.”
Brian Kozminski is “highly regarded for his experience assisting clients in the leasing of high value real estate.”
Jack O’Connor is strong “providing clear advice in Chapter 11 reorganizations, as well as on the disposal of distressed assets.”
Blake Schulman is noted “for his representation of private equity clients in real estate acquisitions and dispositions.”
Russell Shapiro is “so even-keeled, calm and relaxed. He is very responsive and such a great business adviser.”
Lisa Vandesteeg was recognized as “an exceptional bankruptcy litigator; tireless, prepared and strategic. She is able to process complex matters quickly.”
View LP’s full Chambers rankings across all Guides here.
About Chambers USA
Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business is a highly regarded legal directory that identifies and ranks the nation’s leading law firms and attorneys. Its rankings are based on rigorous, independent research, including extensive client and peer interviews, and evaluate key qualities such as legal expertise, client service, and commercial insight.
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About Levenfeld Pearlstein LLC:
Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides legal and business counsel to sophisticated clients across a broad range of corporate, tax, real estate, estate planning, and litigation matters. LP works with clients to understand the full impact of the law on their businesses and proactively addresses their legal issues so that they can quickly return to doing what they do best. While the firm possesses the resources and depth necessary to manage the most complex matters as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible, it truly differentiates itself through its commitment to “The LP Way” – the firm’s model for creating an exceptional client experience. Visit our website at www.lplegal.com and follow us on LinkedIn at @levenfeld-pearlstein.
Levenfeld Pearlstein is proud to be recognized by the 2026 REJournal Real Estate Awards, earning finalist distinctions that reflect the firm’s continued leadership and impact in the real estate market.
LP has been named a finalist for Real Estate Law Firm of the Year, a recognition that speaks to the strength of our Real Estate Practice Group, our collaborative approach, and our consistent delivery of strategic, results-driven legal counsel to clients nationwide.
The firm is also especially proud to celebrate two individual honors:
Elizabeth O’Brien, Partner and Leader of LP’s Real Estate Practice Group, has been named a finalist for Real Estate Lawyer of the Year – Female. This recognition highlights Elizabeth’s exceptional leadership, deep market knowledge, and her role in guiding complex transactions while continuing to elevate the practice and mentor the next generation of real estate attorneys.
Jeff Hoffenberg has been named a finalist for Real Estate Lawyer of the Year – Male, recognizing his trusted counsel, technical excellence, and meaningful contributions to high-impact real estate matters that strengthen LP’s reputation with clients and across the industry.
The REJournal Real Estate Awards celebrate the professionals and firms shaping the future of real estate law, development, and investment. Being recognized at both the firm and individual levels underscores the depth of talent within LP and our ongoing commitment to excellence in everything we do.
Winners will be announced at the awards dinner on Thursday, June 4, at the Hyatt Regency in Rosemont.
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About Levenfeld Pearlstein LLC: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides legal and business counsel to sophisticated clients across a broad range of corporate, tax, real estate, financing, restructuring, estate planning, employment, intellectual property, and litigation matters. LP works with clients to understand the full impact of the law on their businesses and proactively addresses their legal issues so that they can quickly return to doing what they do best. While the firm possesses the resources and depth necessary to manage the most complex matters most efficiently and cost-effectively possible, it truly differentiates itself through its commitment to “The LP Way”. Unique among law firms, the LP Way is the firm’s model for creating an exceptional client experience.
Visit our website at www.lplegal.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and on X at @lplegal.
Chicago, IL – April 13, 2026 — Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC (LP) is pleased to announce the continued growth of its Corporate Practice Group with the addition of Alice Lin, who joins the firm as a tax partner. Lin brings deep experience advising clients on sophisticated tax matters at the center of complex corporate transactions, further strengthening LP’s expanding transactional platform.
Lin counsels clients on tax issues arising in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, real estate and financing transactions, investments, and other strategic corporate matters. She is known for delivering business‑focused, practical tax strategies that allow clients to structure transactions efficiently while advancing broader commercial objectives.
“Alice is an outstanding addition to our Corporate Practice Group,” said Kevin Slaughter, Partner and Leader of LP’s Corporate Practice Group. “She combines a sophisticated command of complex tax laws with significant deal experience and a creative, solutions‑oriented mindset. As our transactional practices continue to grow, Alice’s expertise will be invaluable to our clients and our firm.”
Lin represents a diverse client base that includes real estate investment companies, joint ventures, national and multinational corporations, financial institutions, private equity funds, start‑ups, and family‑owned businesses. Her broad industry experience and collaborative approach align seamlessly with LP’s commitment to providing integrated, business‑driven legal advice.
Lin earned her J.D., cum laude, and LL.M. in Taxation from Northwestern University, an M.S.Ed. from the University of Pennsylvania, and a B.A., with distinction, from Yale University.
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About Levenfeld Pearlstein LLC: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides legal and business counsel to sophisticated clients across a broad range of corporate, tax, real estate, financing, restructuring, estate planning, employment, intellectual property, and litigation matters. LP works with clients to understand the full impact of the law on their businesses and proactively addresses their legal issues so that they can quickly return to doing what they do best. While the firm possesses the resources and depth necessary to manage the most complex matters most efficiently and cost-effectively possible, it truly differentiates itself through its commitment to “The LP Way”. Unique among law firms, the LP Way is the firm’s model for creating an exceptional client experience.
Visit our website at www.lplegal.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and on X at @lplegal.
Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC (“LP”) is pleased to announce the formation of a dedicated Law Firms Practice Area, led by Partners Russell I. Shapiro, Douglas G. Gruener, and Evan M. Wild. The formalization of this group is in response to the growing demand for transactional counsel in law firm M&A transactions, especially those that implement a managed services organization (“MSO”) structure.
“There is growing momentum for the use of MSO structures in law firm transactions, in which some or all of the law firm’s functions, other than the practice of law, are effectively outsourced to a non-law firm MSO entity that private investors can invest in or acquire. We are intimately familiar with this type of structure because of its prevalence in accounting firm M&A,” said Shapiro, who is the head of LP’s preeminent Accounting Firms Practice Area, which has closed more than 100 accounting firm M&A transactions in recent years.
“Law firm M&A is a natural fit for our firm,” added Gruener, who is the head of LP’s Chambers-ranked Litigation Finance Practice Area, which represents both investors and law firms in transactions that inject new capital into law firms. “Our work over many years in the litigation finance space has positioned us at the intersection of law and finance, and that has built our experience in helping to unlock outside capital for law firms while maintaining compliance with the rules of legal ethics. In many respects, law firm M&A via MSO structures is poised to become another chapter in that story. For law firms, it opens up innovation opportunities that inherently require careful structuring for legal ethics, and for private fund managers and strategic investors, it creates attractive investment opportunities.”
Drawing upon its extensive experience in transactions involving professional services firms, LP is well-prepared to serve both investors and law firms in M&A transactions. LP’s experience in this regard is not limited to MSO structures, as LP has also acted as counsel for traditional mergers between law firms. LP’s offerings to law firms also include expertise in partnership agreements, whether to memorialize the terms of an MSO to be jointly owned by the law firm partners and private investors, or to facilitate new terms among a law firm’s partners either before or after an M&A transaction.
“LP’s expertise in M&A, MSO structures, and law firm transactions brings a powerful skillset to the table for law firm M&A and related matters,” said Wild, whose resume includes closing some of the most noteworthy accounting firm M&A transactions in the nation. “We are actively working on several law firm M&A transactions, and based on the acquisitive activity we have seen in the accounting industry over the past several years, this feels like a natural progression. This has the potential to reshape the legal industry, and for legal counsel that is positioned to handle these transactions both expertly and efficiently, LP is at the forefront.”
CHICAGO, IL, March 2, 2026 – Crain’s Chicago Business has recognized Eileen Sethna and Sheri Warsh among its 2026 Notable Women in Law. The editorial feature recognizes the top Chicago area attorneys who are leaders in their firms and industries.
“Beyond their client successes, Eileen and Sheri are recognized as influential leaders both within our firm and throughout the industry,” said Partner Jeffery Hoffenberg. “They lead with clarity, care, and a deep commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience.”
Eileen Sethna is a partner in and leader of the firm’s Financial Services & Restructuring Group. With over two decades of experience, she is a trusted adviser to banks, financial institutions, private equity firms, hedge funds, real estate investors, and business owners. Given her experience representing both lenders and borrowers, clients lean on her vast wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry. In the past year, Sethna led a team that successfully resolved a high-profile bankruptcy matter in which hundreds of millions of dollars were at stake for her client, obtaining the largest “cure” award ever granted to a landlord in connection with the assumption and assignment of a lease.
Sheri Warsh is a partner in the firm’s Trusts & Estates Group. She represents high-net-worth clients on wealth preservation and estate planning and is on the firm’s Compensation Committee. Whether she is working with individuals, families, or major institutional clients, Sheri prioritizes a client-first approach. She pays close attention to the unique values and goals of her clients and structures a strategic plan to meet those goals.
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About Levenfeld Pearlstein LLC: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides legal and business counsel to sophisticated clients across a broad range of corporate, tax, real estate, estate planning, financing, and litigation matters. LP works with clients to understand the full impact of the law on their businesses and proactively addresses their legal issues so that they can quickly return to doing what they do best. While the firm possesses the resources and depth necessary to manage the most complex matters as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible, it truly differentiates itself through its commitment to “The LP Way” – the firm’s model for creating an exceptional client experience at an exceptional value.
Visit our website at www.lplegal.com, and follow us on LinkedIn at @levenfeld-pearlstein.
Chicago, IL – Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC (LP) is pleased to announce that litigation attorneys Peter S. Roeser, Darrell J. Graham, Charles (Chuck) S. Bergen, and Daniel (Dan) J. Delaney have joined the firm. Their arrival significantly enhances LP’s capabilities across complex commercial litigation, arbitrations, mediations and corporate advisory, strengthening the firm’s ability to deliver sophisticated, business-forward legal counsel.
“This group strengthens LP in areas where our clients’ needs are evolving quickly,” said Jeff Hoffenberg, Managing Partner of Levenfeld Pearlstein. “Peter, Darrell, Chuck, and Dan bring perspectives that complement our existing teams and position us to take on the increasingly complex matters our clients are facing. We’re excited for the new opportunities their arrival creates.”
“Joining LP allows us to continue providing the high‑touch service our clients expect while expanding our ability to meet their growing and increasingly complex needs,” said Peter Roeser, Partner. “We’ve admired LP’s culture and client-centered philosophy for years, and we are excited to contribute to the firm’s continued growth.”
Roeser is an accomplished commercial litigator with more than thirty years of experience representing businesses and executives in high-stakes disputes. His practice includes complex contract litigation, business torts, shareholder matters, fiduciary disputes, restrictive covenant matters and conflicts involving closely held companies. Clients value his strategic mindset, clear communication style, and ability to navigate contentious matters effectively and efficiently.
Graham is also a seasoned trial attorney representing clients across the business landscape in disputes involving securities, leasing, insurance coverage, joint venture arrangements, and business torts. His clients include investors, family-owned businesses, developers and operating companies. Darrell is known for his pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to litigation and the protection of his clients’ strategic and financial interests.
Bergen represents businesses, financial institutions, and professionals in a wide range of commercial disputes. His experience includes contract litigation, fraud and business tort claims, corporate governance, and intellectual property disputes. Chuck is known for his analytical rigor, practical problem-solving, and commitment to achieving strong results through both litigation and negotiated resolutions.
Delaney focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation, regulatory matters, and government investigations. He has represented clients in federal and state courts across the country and regularly advises executives and organizations on compliance, risk mitigation, and crisis response. Dan is recognized for his thoughtful counsel and deep experience navigating legal issues that intersect with governmental and administrative agencies.
About Levenfeld Pearlstein LLC: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides legal and business counsel to sophisticated clients across a broad range of corporate, tax, real estate, financing, restructuring, estate planning, employment, intellectual property, and litigation matters. LP works with clients to understand the full impact of the law on their businesses and proactively addresses their legal issues so that they can quickly return to doing what they do best. While the firm possesses the resources and depth necessary to manage the most complex matters most efficiently and cost-effectively possible, it truly differentiates itself through its commitment to “The LP Way”. Unique among law firms, the LP Way is the firm’s model for creating an exceptional client experience.
Visit our website at www.lplegal.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and on X at @lplegal.
Chicago, IL – Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC (LP) is proud to announce that Kelly Hall, Megan Kelly, Stephen Pratt and Evan Wild have been elected to firm partnership, effective January 1, 2026. This achievement marks a significant milestone in their careers and underscores LP’s commitment to recognizing and advancing exceptional talent within the firm.
Each of these attorneys has demonstrated outstanding legal acumen, dedication to client experience, and a deep commitment to LP’s values:
- Kelly represents clients in mergers and acquisitions, including numerous accounting firm transactions and corporate deals over $250MM. She also advises on ESOP transactions and serves as outside general counsel, providing guidance on commercial contracts and corporate governance matters. Her straight-forward, honest, and no-nonsense approach to providing legal counsel enables her to get deals done smoothly and efficiently.
- Megan advises leading litigation finance firms, hedge funds, and other investors on litigation finance transactions. She also represents law firms in financing arrangements secured by pools of contingency fee matters, as well as law firms and plaintiffs in single-case transactions. In addition, Megan counsels senior lenders, mezzanine lenders, and borrowers in traditional secured and unsecured lending transactions. Megan stands out for her ability to navigate high-stakes financial transactions in the legal industry, combining technical precision with practical solutions for clients.
- Stephen represents high-net-worth individuals and families in estate planning, probate, and trust administration. He prepares sophisticated estate planning structures and documents, including wills, revocable trusts, and irrevocable trusts. Stephen also advises clients on business succession planning and charitable organization matters. Stephen is recognized for combining technical precision with a client-focused approach, ensuring plans are both comprehensive and practical.
- Evan counsels businesses of all sizes on mergers and acquisitions, complex business transactions, and corporate governance and compliance. He also advises clients on capital raises, equity issuances, and other securities transactions. Known for his analytical skills and collaborative style, Evan brings a practical, solutions-oriented mindset to every transaction, ensuring clients achieve their business objectives efficiently and effectively.
“We’re proud to welcome Kelly, Megan, Stephen, and Evan to the LP Partnership,” said Jeff Hoffenberg, Managing Partner at Levenfeld Pearlstein. “Each of them has demonstrated exceptional skill, leadership, and commitment to our clients and our firm’s values. This achievement highlights the bright future we see with their continued impact on providing an exceptional client experience.”
About Levenfeld Pearlstein LLC: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides legal and business counsel to sophisticated clients across a broad range of corporate, tax, real estate, financing, restructuring, estate planning, employment, intellectual property, and litigation matters. LP works with clients to understand the full impact of the law on their businesses and proactively addresses their legal issues so that they can quickly return to doing what they do best. While the firm possesses the resources and depth necessary to manage the most complex matters most efficiently and cost-effectively possible, it truly differentiates itself through its commitment to “The LP Way”. Unique among law firms, the LP Way is the firm’s model for creating an exceptional client experience.
Visit our website at www.lplegal.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and on X at @lplegal.
Chicago, IL — Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC (LP) is proud to announce that Elizabeth O’Brien, Partner in and Leader of the Real Estate Practice Group and member of its Executive Committee, has been recognized at the 6th Annual Women in Law Awards, presented by Law Bulletin Media. This prestigious award honors women attorneys who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, mentorship, and professional excellence, while making a lasting impact on the legal community.
The Women in Law Awards celebrate trailblazers who inspire others through their advocacy and commitment to advancing opportunities for women in law. Honorees are selected for their outstanding achievements and dedication to shaping the future of the profession.
Elizabeth’s recognition reflects her deep expertise in commercial real estate law and her leadership within the industry. She represents developers and investors in acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, development, construction financing, construction contracts, and commercial leasing. Beyond her client work, Elizabeth is an active member of Commercial Real Estate Executive Women (CREW) Chicago, serves on the Steering Committee for the Greater Chicago Food Depository’s Annual Commercial Real Estate Awards Dinner, and previously served on its Associate Board.
Her influence has been widely recognized: earlier this year, she was named a 2025 Dealmaker of the Year by Bisnow at its Chicago Women Leading Real Estate event, and in 2022, she was included among Crain’s Chicago Business “Notable Women in Law.”
“Elizabeth exemplifies the qualities this award celebrates—professional excellence, leadership, and a commitment to creating opportunities for others,” said Jeffery Hoffenberg, Managing Partner at LP. “We are proud to see her contributions recognized on such a prominent stage.”
About Law Bulletin Media:
Founded in 1854, Law Bulletin Media is a trusted source for legal news and information in Illinois. Through its publications and events, it supports the legal profession by highlighting excellence and fostering community engagement.
About Levenfeld Pearlstein LLC: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides legal and business counsel to sophisticated clients across a broad range of corporate, tax, real estate, estate planning, and litigation matters. LP works with clients to understand the full impact of the law on their businesses and proactively addresses their legal issues so that they can quickly return to doing what they do best. While the firm possesses the resources and depth necessary to manage the most complex matters as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible, it truly differentiates itself through its commitment to “The LP Way” – the firm’s model for creating an exceptional client experience. Visit our website at www.lplegal.com and follow us on LinkedIn at @levenfeld-pearlstein.
Effective January 1, 2026, Illinois will implement the most significant overhaul of its receivership laws in decades. The newly enacted Illinois Receivership Act (Public Act 104-0034), codified at 765 ILCS 1090 (the “Act”), creates a comprehensive statutory framework for receiverships in commercial contexts across the state.
Much of the early commentary has focused on how the Act benefits lenders, courts, and the restructuring community. But for borrowers and guarantors, the Act introduces new enforcement risks and shifts leverage in ways that will impact every stage of a real estate loan — from documentation through default.
Receivership as an Enforcement Tool, Not a Safeguard
Before the Act, Illinois courts generally required a lender to demonstrate “good cause” to obtain the appointment of a receiver. That showing often included evidence of waste, fraud, or mismanagement, and courts retained significant discretion. Receivership was traditionally an ancillary remedy used to preserve the status quo, typically in connection with a foreclosure or dissolution proceeding, rather than to facilitate the sale of assets.
The new Act fundamentally changes this framework. Section 6(b)(2) authorizes a court to appoint a receiver if the debtor agreed in a signed record to receivership upon default. In that scenario, Illinois courts may appoint a receiver without a separate showing of waste or other “good cause,” which makes appointment far faster and more predictable for lenders, but riskier for borrowers.
Receivers Can Now Sell the Property — Without a Foreclosure
One of the most borrower-impacting provisions in the Act is Section 16, which allows receivers, with court approval, to sell, lease, or otherwise transfer receivership property outside the ordinary course of business. These sales can occur free and clear of liens, including the lien of the lender that requested the receiver, provided that senior lienholders are not extinguished unless they consent.
While the Act preserves credit bidding rights for secured creditors, it permits sales to proceed with much less structure than a foreclosure, which may lead to faster dispositions. Borrowers lose the opportunity to ensure broad marketing of the property, protect against undervaluation, or pursue cure or reinstatement options that exist in foreclosure.
New Obligations for Borrowers and Guarantors
Section 13 imposes significant affirmative duties on property owners following the appointment of a receiver. These include:
- Turning over all receivership property.
- Cooperating with the receiver.
- Producing records and providing access to financial information.
- Filing a complete schedule of assets, liabilities, liens, and estimated values within 14 days.
The court can impose sanctions for noncompliance, including contempt, injunctive relief, or the imposition of a constructive trust. These obligations, which previously existed only through case law or court discretion, are now mandatory and time sensitive.
Guarantors must also be vigilant. In full-recourse loans, receivership expenses or operational losses that reduce net sale proceeds could directly increase the borrower’s and guarantor’s deficiency exposure.
For non-recourse loans, the risk lies in the “carveouts.” Most carveout guaranties include liability for interfering with a lender’s remedies. Under these provisions, a borrower who challenges or obstructs a receiver’s control or sale may unintentionally trigger springing full-recourse liability. Importantly, this risk exists even if the borrower disputes the appointment or sale in good faith, as standard carveouts do not always distinguish between wrongful interference and legitimate legal challenge.
Negotiating in a New Receivership Landscape: Borrower-Side Strategies
Counsel representing borrowers and guarantors should revisit standard loan provisions in light of the Act’s new powers. Receivership language that once seemed boilerplate can now determine whether and how quickly control over the asset shifts to the lender.
Key considerations include:
1. Narrow the Receivership Appointment Triggers
Borrowers should push for more limited receivership provisions that:
- Require a showing of harm, waste, or mismanagement, rather than automatic appointment.
- Include notice and cure periods before a receiver may be appointed.
- Limit pre-judgment appointment to defined emergency situations.
2. Restrict Sale Authority and Timing
Borrowers should consider provisions that:
- Prohibit sales outside of foreclosure, or require borrower consent.
- If sales are permitted, ensure adequate time to market the property and obtain the highest possible price.
- Create redemption or repurchase rights, even in receivership.
While public sale procedures may not guarantee a better result, ensuring sufficient market exposure and negotiation time can help preserve asset value and reduce guarantor liability.
3. Carefully Evaluate Carveout Guaranties
For non-recourse loans, guarantors and their counsel must carefully review how standard “bad boy” carveouts interact with receivership. Common triggers such as interference with remedies, concealment of records, or failure to cooperate now have a clearer path to enforcement. Counsel should seek to:
- Limit carveout liability to actual damages where possible.
- Avoid springing full recourse based solely on disputes over sale timing or price.
- Clarify whether objections to the receiver’s actions are considered interference.
These revisions may not eliminate exposure, but they can prevent overbroad interpretations that turn every disagreement into a recourse event.
Borrowers Face Reduced Leverage in Workouts and Enforcement
The Act brings Illinois in line with modern commercial receivership laws, but it also gives lenders a powerful new tool that can reduce the borrower’s leverage in loan workouts and disputes. Lenders now have the ability to sidestep traditional foreclosure proceedings and take control of the collateral through expedited receivership.
This change may make pre-default negotiations more difficult for borrowers. When lenders have a faster path to control and liquidation, they may be less inclined to extend forbearance, restructure debt, or agree to modifications. Borrowers must account for this shift in leverage at the front end of every transaction.
Prepare at the Documentation Stage
Beginning in 2026, receivership will no longer function as a procedural afterthought. It will serve as a primary enforcement mechanism that lenders can use not only to preserve property, but to operate, liquidate, and distribute proceeds from distressed assets, often before a foreclosure even begins.
Borrowers and guarantors should respond by scrutinizing loan provisions during the negotiation phase, particularly those related to receivership triggers, sale authority, and carveout liability. The best defense under the Act is a proactive one. Counsel must remain vigilant, anticipate how these provisions will operate under the Act, and ensure that loan documents reflect a fair allocation of risk.
Questions about how the Illinois Receivership Act may impact your business? Reach out to Benjamin Altshul or another member of LP’s Real Estate Group.
Chicago, IL – November 5, 2025 — Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC (LP) is pleased to announce that Ben Johnson has joined the firm as a partner in its Employment & Executive Compensation Practice Group.
Ben is a trusted advisor to growing businesses and their leaders on a wide range of employment issues. Drawing on years of experience as an employment litigator in all manner of disputes, Ben focuses on assisting employers with proactive compliance, risk assessment and mitigation, and counseling on best practices when navigating tricky employment situations.
“Ben brings clarity, responsiveness, and practical solutions that help employers deftly navigate the rapidly changing employment landscape,” said Laura Friedel, Partner in and Leader of the Employment & Executive Compensation Practice Group.
In addition to representing employers across a wide range of industries, Ben has deep knowledge and experience with the nuances of regulated industries, including cannabis and alcoholic beverages. By combining his vast knowledge of employment law with his hands-on industry knowledge, he helps clients identify and navigate interrelated legal issues, including corporate and transactional, intellectual property, regulatory, environmental, labor and employment, and workplace safety.
“I am thirlled to join a firm that delivers an exceptional client experience with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach that also protects clients’ business interests,” said Ben.
Ben earned his J.D., cum laude, from DePaul University College of Law and his B.S., cum laude, from the University of Illinois. Before joining LP, Ben was a partner at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP.
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About Levenfeld Pearlstein LLC: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides legal and business counsel to sophisticated clients across a broad range of corporate, tax, real estate, estate planning, and litigation matters. LP works with clients to understand the full impact of the law on their businesses and proactively addresses their legal issues so that they can quickly return to doing what they do best. While the firm possesses the resources and depth necessary to manage the most complex matters as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible, it truly differentiates itself through its commitment to “The LP Way” – the firm’s model for creating an exceptional client experience. Visit our website at www.lplegal.com and follow us on LinkedIn at @levenfeld-pearlstein.