Free Business Tools
Interactive tools built by our attorneys to help Chicago business owners make smarter legal and financial decisions — no account required.
Business Entity Selector
Answer 8 questions about your business goals and get a personalized recommendation for the best entity type — LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, partnership, or sole proprietorship.
Use ToolContract Risk Analyzer
Select your contract type and walk through a comprehensive checklist to identify potential risks, missing clauses, and areas that need professional review.
Use ToolM&A Readiness Calculator
Evaluate your company's readiness for a merger or acquisition with our 12-question assessment covering financials, operations, legal, and market position.
Use ToolRegulatory Compliance Checklist
Select your industry and get a dynamic compliance checklist with priority action items, compliance score, and recommendations for your business.
Use ToolBusiness Valuation Estimator
Enter your financial data and get an estimated business value using three industry-standard methodologies — revenue multiples, EBITDA multiples, and asset-based valuation.
Use ToolLegal Services Cost Estimator
Select a legal service category, answer scoping questions, and get an estimated fee range with a breakdown of what's included at each tier.
Use ToolSmart Decisions Start with Good Information
Every business decision has legal implications. Our interactive tools give you a starting point — helping you understand your options, identify risks, and ask the right questions before you sit down with an attorney. They're built on the same frameworks our lawyers use internally, simplified for business owners.
While no tool can replace personalized legal advice, these resources can save you time, money, and uncertainty by helping you arrive at your consultation better informed and better prepared.
Informational Purposes Only
These tools are designed for general informational and educational purposes only. They do not constitute legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is formed by using them. Results are based on the information you provide and generalized assumptions — they should not be relied upon for specific legal or business decisions without consulting a qualified attorney.
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