Chen Law Firm Ltd. (“CLF”) is an experienced and effective business litigation firm in Chicago, Illinois.  We represent businesses and individuals in complex lawsuits and never lose sight of our clients’ goals.  We are trial lawyers, advocates, and counselors. 

CLF was founded in 2005; its member lawyers had worked together at a large national law firm.  Our main source of business is referrals from law firms who know and trust us.   We represent businesses and individuals in “bet-the-company” lawsuits.   We prosecute and defend companies and shareholders in claims arising under the   Business Corporation and Limited Liability Company Act, including claims of shareholder oppression and member disputes. 

We represent private equity companies, REITs, owners, developers, and landlords in a wide range of real estate litigation.  We have a well-regarded asset protection practice for commercial landlords. We defend law firms and other professionals in malpractice litigation.  We obtain coverage for clients from insurance companies.  We handle all manner of business disputes including breach of contract actions, fiduciary duty lawsuits, business torts, fraud cases, and statutory actions. For years, businesses have entrusted their important matters to us. We invite you to contact CLF to learn more about why, and how we can help you.

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John Chen

Direct: (312) 782-5630
John Chen is a litigator. Having practiced law for over 30 years, John has a wide breadth of experience. He has handled all manner of commercial disputes and tort claims. His areas of expertise include: commercial litigation; business torts; trade se… Read More
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Jennifer Schwartz

Direct: (312) 888-5258
Jenn represents clients in a variety of commercial litigation matters, including breach of contract actions, professional malpractice lawsuits, and disputes involving corporate shareholders and LLC members, and provides counsel on business issues, su… Read More
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Gerald Lurie

Direct: (312) 782-4416
Gerald B. Lurie is a commercial litigator with a special expertise in landlord/tenant disputes. He has represented owners of office, retail, and industrial properties in a wide range of ownership issues including mechanic’s lien claims and municipa… Read More
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Janet McElligott

Janet McElligott is the Office Administrator for Chen Law Firm Ltd. Janet has more than 30 years of experience as an administrative professional. She supports the litigation team from the inception of a case through trial and appeal. Janet’s respon… Read More
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