Joshua A. "Josh" Klein, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
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Joshua A. "Josh" Klein is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business.
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- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).
About Joshua A. "Josh" Klein: Joshua A. "Josh" Klein is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Joshua takes on
Joshua concentrates on business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joshua handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Joshua 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 Joshua agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Joshua A. "Josh" Klein — business lawyer in Chicago
Joshua A. "Josh" Klein is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business.
Josh provides strategic legal counsel to corporate and individual clients on critical business matters that include complex corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions, venture capital/growth equity transactions, corporate structuring and governance issues, employee equity and non-compete agreements, joint ventures and private securities placements. He works with them to analyze their transactions and operations from every angle – planning, negotiation, documentation, implementation and more – to leverage the circumstances to reach the most favorable, yet sensible, outcome for the client.
He regularly represents buyers and sellers in complex mergers and acquisitions involving middle market and large businesses across numerous industries, including technology, manufacturing, retail, health care, financial services, construction and consumer products. Josh excels at developing and implementing comprehensive strategies for equity financing deals and reviewing similar deals for private companies, family offices and high net worth individuals contemplating early and growth-stage investments. He has significant experience handling sophisticated venture capital transactions involving both lead investors and portfolio companies. He also advises clients on various aspects of blockchain-related matters.
Josh is considered a trusted advisor by closely held family businesses, assisting them by developing short- and long-term legal strategies for a variety of business and personal matters. He works closely with them to optimize daily operational efficiency, position business structures and governance systems and tailor succession plans to seamlessly effect ownership transition from one generation to another.
His community involvement includes being a founding member of the board of directors of the Inner-City Education (ICE) Program, an academic scholarship program for lower income Chicago-area youth. He is also a member of the Illinois Venture Capital Association. He is also a member of the firm's Income Partner Review Committee.
Josh has been recognized in The Legal 500 United States(recommended in “M&A/Corporate & Commercial: M&A: Middle-market (sub-$500 million)” from 2016 to 2020 and then in 2022) and in The Best Lawyers in America for Corporate Law since 2016.
How Joshua handles business matters
Josh provides strategic legal counsel to corporate and individual clients on critical business matters that include complex corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions, venture capital/growth equity transactions, corporate structuring and governance issues, employee equity and non-compete agreements, joint ventures and private securities placements. He works with them to analyze…
The kind of cases Joshua takes
Joshua reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Pennsylvania
J.D. · 1997
Tufts University
B.A. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Joshua's state bar admissions
Illinois, Illinois S
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Joshua studied at J.D. in University of Pennsylvania and B.A. in Tufts University.
Law school and academic background
Joshua completed J.D. in University of Pennsylvania and B.A. in Tufts University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joshua runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Joshua has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
Locations
Joshua A. "Josh" Klein's office in Chicago
Joshua's primary office is at 225 W. Randolph St., Suite 2800, Chicago, Illinois, 60606-1976. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Joshua A. "Josh" Klein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joshua usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joshua charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua'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; Joshua 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 Joshua
Joshua 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. Joshua confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joshua'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 Joshua A. "Josh" Klein
How much does it cost to hire Joshua for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joshua walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joshua offer a free consultation?
Joshua charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Joshua'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. Joshua gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joshua take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Joshua 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 — Joshua 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 Joshua?
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. Joshua will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joshua accepting new business clients right now?
Joshua's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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