Shapiro & Associates Law

Shapiro & Associates is a boutique real estate, and commercial litigation law firm dedicated to providing quality and cost-effective legal services to its clients. The firm represents real estate developers, small businesses, individuals and local governmental entities throughout the Chicago area and Illinois.

Shapiro & Associates is a boutique real estate, and commercial litigation law firm dedicated to providing quality and cost-effective legal services to its clients. The firm represents real estate developers, small businesses, individuals and local governmental entities throughout the Chicago area and Illinois.

With its depth of experience and knowledge, Shapiro & Associates provides an unmatched dedication and commitment to its clients. Shapiro & Associates believes that providing excellent legal services not only includes understanding the issues, but also understanding the client. Often times complex issues require more than just a traditional approach to problem solving. In such cases, Shapiro & Associates utilizes creative strategies while at the same time making sure it keeps the expectations of the client in mind. Simply put, Shapiro & Associates is well situated to effectively and efficiently assist its clients.

Cannabis

Shapiro & Associates offers legal counsel to businesses seeking to enter and operate in the rapidly expanding medical and recreational cannabis industry. Our attorneys can assist with navigating the state licensing requirements and local zoning regulations, as well as establishing business entities and negotiating real estate transactions.

Land Use

Shapiro & Associates represents landowners and established developers in land use and zoning matters including residential, retail, commercial and industrial developments. Our attorneys represent clients before various planning boards, commissions and agencies and have been involved in complex matters at the local and state court levels. Shapiro & Associates has successfully represented clients in various zoning matters including planned developments, zoning amendments, special uses, variations and subdivision issues. Whether the issue involves land use and zoning, tax increment financing, or public/private partnerships, Shapiro & Associates’ extensive experience is a valuable asset.

Litigation

Shapiro & Associates has extensive experience in the areas of civil and commercial litigation. Our unmatched ability to look at the “big picture”, strategize and understand our clients’ needs, as well as anticipating our opponents arguments and objectives, gives us a unique ability to effectively represent clients in the litigation arena.

Local Government

Shapiro & Associates represents local governmental entities including, cities, villages and park districts, and has been appointed special counsel in various land use and development matters as well as zoning litigation cases.