Bartell Powell LLP - Champaign, IL
Bartell Powell LLP is a premier business law and commercial litigation practice in Champaign, Illinois. Founded in 2005 by attorney and CPA Jason S. Bartell and partner Michael Powell, the firm integrates legal counsel with financial acumen to guide startups, agricultural operations, and corporations across Central Illinois.
Strategic Corporate Law and Commercial Litigation in Champaign
Building and defending a commercial enterprise requires legal counsel that comprehends balance sheets as thoroughly as court precedents. Situated on Village Office Place in Champaign, Bartell Powell LLP bridges corporate law and financial strategy. Founding partner Jason S. Bartell established the firm in 2005 after serving as chief financial officer for a technology venture and working with venture capital investors. Holding an MBA and having passed the CPA examination, Bartell brings deep boardroom insight to every transaction. Alongside partner Michael Powell, the firm delivers transactional guidance and trial representation for entrepreneurs, agribusinesses, and mid-market enterprises.
Comprehensive Business and Transactional Practice Areas
From initial startup capitalization to high-stakes regulatory compliance, commercial clients face multifaceted challenges. Companies looking to hire a business attorney in Champaign partner with Bartell Powell LLP for sophisticated legal support across core disciplines:
- Business Formation and Corporate Structuring: Establishing limited liability companies, C-corporations, partnerships, and joint ventures with customized shareholder agreements, operating covenants, and tax-efficient governance models.
- Commercial and Civil Litigation: Vigorously prosecuting and defending breach of contract claims, shareholder disputes, business torts, trade secret conflicts, and employment litigation in Illinois state and federal courts.
- Mergers, Acquisitions, and Capital Raising: Structuring asset sales, stock purchases, venture capital pitches, and private equity investments with detailed due diligence and risk mitigation.
- Commercial and Residential Real Estate: Managing zoning approvals, land acquisitions, commercial lease drafting, real estate closings, and title negotiations for property developers and investors.
- Agribusiness and Specialty Agriculture: Advising commercial farming operations, grain facilities, and farm-to-table producers on agricultural contracts, equipment financing, regulatory compliance, and land ownership preservation.
- Corporate Taxation and Chapter 11 Reorganization: Assisting struggling enterprises in navigating tax liabilities, debt restructurings, and court-supervised reorganizations to maintain business continuity.
Financial Acumen Combined with Aggressive Courtroom Advocacy
What distinguishes Bartell Powell LLP is the ability of its attorneys to communicate fluently in the language of certified public accountants and financial executives. Legal agreements drafted by the firm are carefully crafted to protect client balance sheets, enhance banking relationships, and withstand adversarial audit scrutiny. When commercial disputes arise that cannot be resolved through negotiation, the firm's trial lawyers bring formidable trial experience to state and federal courts. Recognized repeatedly on the Illinois Super Lawyers list, the firm prepares every commercial dispute for the courtroom, giving clients decisive leverage during settlement negotiations.
Proactive Business Partnership and Consultations
At Bartell Powell LLP, client relationships are viewed as long-term strategic partnerships rather than transactional engagements. The attorneys take time to understand the operational goals, market realities, and growth plans of each client. Whether you are launching an innovative technology startup, negotiating a multi-million-dollar real estate transaction, or need a commercial litigation attorney urgently to protect your enterprise, Bartell Powell LLP provides dependable, high-caliber legal counsel. Contact the Champaign office today to schedule a consultation and explore how the firm can elevate your business.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Situated in the desirable and upscale southwest Champaign area, within the active Village at the Crossing professional development.
Building Location
This is the Huddleston Building, a Class A commercial office building located within the beautifully landscaped Village at the Crossing office development. It is located near San Maru and Jupiter's at the Crossing.
Parking Details
For visitors and clients, there is a large shared on-site surface parking lot that offers plenty of free customer parking.
Public Transit
Served by Champaign-Urbana MTD Route 16 (Pink); nearest stop is at Duncan & Crestridge.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the Huddleston Building through the main front entrance, and proceed directly into the professional lobby where the office is accessible on the ground floor.