Can I get approval for Chicago liquor license before I build my restaurant?
The City of Chicago has established a conditional approval process for liquor licenses which ensures that a business owner can obtain assurance from the City of Chicago that it will issue a liquor license upon completion of the construction project
What is the difference between an asset purchase and a stock purchase of a business?
There are many factors to consider in determining which type of business purchase is best for you and your situation
What is the right business entity for your small business?
The legal structure used to set up your new small business is a very important decision that will have ramifications throughout the life of your business.
What is the City of Chicago liquor license moratorium?
Many of our clients initially contact us asking us to check if their property is subject to a moratorium. What the client really is asking is whether their property is located in a “moratorium district.”
What Type of Chicago Liquor License Do I Need?
It is important for you to identify what type of Chicago liquor license you need. There are six main classifications for liquor licenses in the City of Chicago.
Shareholders’ Right to Review Records of an Illinois Company
If you are a shareholder in a privately-held Illinois corporation and you have a legitimate concern that the company is not being managed in your best interest, you have a remedy.
Overview of Chicago Liquor License Application Process
Businesses holding a liquor license must report changes in ownership or corporate officers to the City within 30 days.
Most Common Types of Liquor License
Hays Firm LLC can advise you on the most common types of licenses and the liquor license application process in the City of Chicago.
U.S. Liquor License Laws
When you wind down at the end of the day or meet up for a social night with friends for a drink, have you thought about how and why you have access to alcohol?
Biggest Business Transactions
It’s hard to judge how major deals of the past stack up to today’s tech megadeals- unless you convert the financial terms into today’s dollars.