Stephen L. Golan
Managing Partner
312.696.2031
slgolan@golanchristie.com
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Areas of Practice
Corporate Law and Governance
Commercial Real Estate
Finance
Estate Planning and Taxation
Property Tax Appeals
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
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Selected as a Super Lawyer (in the top 5% of attorneys)
- Member of Leading Lawyers Network
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
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.