Learn About the Corporate Transparency Act and its Reporting Requirements

Lavelle Law • January 12, 2024

A Lavelle Law Breakfast Briefs Presentation

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February 21, 2024

7:45 AM – 9:00 AM

1933 N. Meacham Rd., Suite 127

Schaumburg, IL 60173

The federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024. All business entities formed or registered to do business in the United States will need to submit a timely Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (FinCEN) unless they qualify for an exemption. Business owners and their advisors are encouraged to attend this seminar, where you will learn about which business entities must file and when, as well as the information that is required to complete the BOI report. We will discuss how Lavelle Law can assist you with this filing and with your annual compliance obligations generally.


Doors will open at 7:45 for a complimentary continental breakfast and the presentation will begin at 8:00. Registration is required as seating is limited. No walk-ins. 


ATTENTION Accountants: You will be eligible to earn CPE credit by attending this Breakfast Briefs seminar.

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MEET THE PANEL


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


  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 3Real Property: Steve represents sellers, buyers, landlords, and tenants with acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing of real estate, as well as with related municipal zoning matters.
  4. 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.


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