Commercial Contracts

Contracts are the legal infrastructure of every business. Under Illinois contract law — governed by common law principles and, for the sale of goods, the Illinois Uniform Commercial Code (810 ILCS 5) — the specific language of your agreements determines your rights, obligations, and remedies when disputes arise. Our commercial contracts practice drafts, reviews, and negotiates agreements of every type and complexity, ensuring each document is clear, enforceable under Illinois law, and aligned with your strategic objectives. We advise Chicago businesses from startups to publicly traded companies, and our experience spans virtually every industry active in the Illinois market.

From complex multi-year master service agreements and technology licensing deals to straightforward NDAs and vendor contracts, we ensure every agreement reflects industry best practices and addresses potential risks before they materialize. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators who advocate firmly for our clients' interests while preserving productive counterparty relationships. We routinely handle cross-border contracts that must comply with multiple jurisdictional requirements and frequently advise on Illinois-specific considerations such as the Illinois Trade Secrets Act, the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act, and the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act as adopted in Illinois.