Description

The Federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024. Every business, unless an exemption applies, will need to submit a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report to the U.S. Treasury.

Attorney Steven Migala and Frank Portera with Lavelle Law will present what is required and when it is due at this webinar.

This webinar is presented through the 10 Chambers of Commerce in the Fox Valley and the Elgin Area Chamber is the lead coordinator.

Please register and the link for the webinar will be included in the email confirming your registration.

MEET THE PRESENTERS

Steven Migala is one of the shareholders of Lavelle Law, and is an experienced business attorney practicing in the following areas:

Corporate / M&A: Steve counsels business organizations in all stages of their life cycle, from start-up issues, contract negotiation and documentation, assets and equity sales/purchases, and mergers and joint ventures.

Banking: Steve represents banks and borrowers in commercial lending and workout matters, including negotiating and documenting a variety of loans and forbearance agreements, as well as handling foreclosures and other collection actions.

Real Property: Steve represents sellers, buyers, landlords, and tenants with acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing of real estate, as well as with related municipal zoning matters.

Estate Planning: Steve assists business owners with their succession planning and exit strategy, as well as their estate plans, probate, and trust administration.

Steve serves on the Planning and Zoning Commission in the City of Elgin and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce. He is a former chair of the Chicago Bar Association’s Corporation and Business Law Committee.

Frank Portera manages the Corporate Compliance Practice Group at Lavelle Law, and focuses his practice on new business formations, drafting shareholder/operating agreements, and mergers and acquisitions. Through Frank’s general business law practice, he works closely with many small business owners to assist them in applying for and maintaining trademarks and negotiating commercial lease agreements. Mr. Portera serves on the Arlington Heights Zoning Board of Appeals, is a member of the Board of Directors of the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce, and is a member of the Board of Directors Gerry’s Café in Arlington Heights. Frank received both his B.A. and J.D. from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.