How much does it cost to hire B. for a business case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. B. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does B. offer a free consultation?

B. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain B.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check B.'s current terms during booking.

How long do business cases in Illinois typically take?

Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. B. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can B. take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

B. is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — B. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with B.?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. B. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is B. accepting new business clients right now?

B.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

B. Franco Laterza, Business Attorney in Chicago

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B. Franco Laterza is a member based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and Construction. B. has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Senak Keegan Gleason Smith & Michaud, Ltd..

Based in: Chicago, IL
Experience: over 39 years
Known for: Business · Commercial RE · Construction

Handles Business, Commercial RE, and Construction matters from Chicago, IL.
Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Legal matters B. takes on

B. concentrates on business, commercial re, construction, contracts, and foreclosure. Each area below outlines the kind of case B. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Chicago, Illinois

B. takes business matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Commercial RE cases in Chicago, Illinois

B. takes commercial re matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Chicago, Illinois

B. takes construction matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Chicago, Illinois

B. takes contracts matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Foreclosure cases in Chicago, Illinois

B. takes foreclosure matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet B. Franco Laterza — business lawyer in Chicago

B. Franco Laterza is a member based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and Construction. B. has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Senak Keegan Gleason Smith & Michaud, Ltd..

B. Franco Laterza is a lawyer practicing construction law, commercial litigation, contract matters and 7 other areas of law. B. received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years. B. practices at Senak Keegan Gleason Smith & Michaud, Ltd. in Chicago, IL.

Working with B. on a business matter

B. Franco Laterza is a lawyer practicing construction law, commercial litigation, contract matters and 7 other areas of law. B. received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years. B. practices at Senak Keegan Gleason Smith & Michaud, Ltd. in Chicago, IL.

Who B. represents

B. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, commercial re, and construction matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

University of Illinois
J.D. · 1987
Southern Illinois University
B.A. · 1984

Jurisdictions

B.'s state bar admissions

U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1987 · ACTIVE

B. studied at J.D. in University of Illinois and B.A. in Southern Illinois University.

Law school and academic background

B. completed J.D. in University of Illinois and B.A. in Southern Illinois University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice B. runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

B. Franco Laterza's office in Chicago

B.'s primary office is at 550 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 1400, Chicago, IL, 60661. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Senak Keegan Gleason Smith & Michaud, Ltd.

550 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 1400

Chicago, IL 60661

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Client reviews of B. Franco Laterza

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Hiring guide

How to hire B. Franco Laterza — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with B. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

B. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain B.'s office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; B. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for B.

B. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. B. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

B.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about B. Franco Laterza

How much does it cost to hire B. for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. B. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does B. offer a free consultation?
B. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain B.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check B.'s current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. B. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can B. take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
B. is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — B. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with B.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. B. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is B. accepting new business clients right now?
B.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Business attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

B. handles business matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.

B. Franco Laterza, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

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