About Me

SO about me…

I am an experienced finance and business attorney practicing in Chicago and the Chicagoland area. My primary areas of practice include securities/crowdfunding law, banking and commercial finance law, real estate law and general corporate law and I have substantial experience in the following areas (among others):

• Crowdfunding, fund formation, and other privately held debt/equity offerings;
• Real estate acquisition/sale/leasing/financing/construction;
• Company formation/governance/reorganization/restructuring/sale;
• Mortgage and asset based loans (representing borrowers or lenders); and
• General contract drafting and negotiation.

For a more detailed list of representative transactions please click HERE:

Over the years I have represented a myriad of clients ranging from individuals and small family owned business to multi-million dollar entities. Of my favorite types of clients to work with are businesses owners who are looking for an attorney they can work with side by side as their business grows. I truly enjoy it when a client and I have the type of relationship where they can come to me, not just when they have a specific legal issue, but also when they need someone to act as a sounding board or general advisor as they make key business decisions. I pride myself on making an effort to understand each of my client’s businesses and on actively identifying ways to create value whenever possible.

I am always looking to meet new people and expand my professional network as I believe in the power of making and fostering quality connections. I am also a frequent public speaker and I happily entertain offers to speak on multiple legal issues. If you would like to contact me about a specific legal matter, a speaking engagement, or just to say hello, please feel free to reach out to me at: [email protected]. You can also connect with me through my LinkedIn profile  or follow me on Twitter at @ajzeoli.

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