Golan & Christie Attorneys at Law

Stephen L. Golan

Stephen L. Golan

Managing Partner
312.696.2031
slgolan@golanchristie.com

Areas of Practice

Corporate Law and Governance
Commercial Real Estate
Finance
Estate Planning and Taxation

Expertise

Representation of closely held companies from start-ups to businesses exceeding $500 million in sales per year

Solid knowledge of general business issues

Specific experience with:

  • Corporate and real estate law
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Shareholder services
  • Succession management

Credentials

  • Rated AV in the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings Martindale-Hubbell
  • Selected as a Super Lawyer (in the top 5% of attorneys) Super Lawyers
  • Member of Leading Lawyers Network Leading Lawyers

Education

J.D. from Northwestern University 1978
M.B.A. from Northwestern University 1978
Certified Public Accountant 1976
B.A. from Claremont Men’s College 1974

Bar Admissions

Illinois 1978

Court Admissions

U.S. Court of Appeals (7th Circuit)
U.S. District Court, N.D. Illinois

Professional Affiliations

Stephen is a member of several legal and financial organizations, including:

  • American Bar Association
  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Advisory Board of Leading Lawyers Leading Lawyers

Career Highlights

Stephen L. Golan co-founded Golan & Christie in 1993. As the firm’s Managing Partner, Stephen understands first-hand the many issues faced by business owners.

Prior to starting Golan & Christie, Stephen was a partner with Seyfarth Shaw Fairweather and Geraldson, where he began his legal career as an associate in 1978.

“Legal advice does not happen in a vacuum. I devote a lot of time and energy to getting to know my clients—understanding their financial situation, business needs and objectives. It’s the surest way to provide the support they deserve.”