Akerman LLP - Chicago, IL
A Forward-Thinking Law Firm for a Dynamic World
In a world of constant change, you need a legal partner that not only navigates that change but helps you drive it. Akerman LLP is a top 100 U.S. law firm with a reputation for being one of the most forward-thinking in the industry. With more than 700 lawyers and business professionals in Chicago and across the United States, we collaborate with the world's most successful enterprises and entrepreneurs to seize opportunities and overcome barriers to innovation and growth. Founded in 1920, our firm has spent over a century evolving to meet the needs of our clients. If you want to find an attorney who delivers results in complex disputes and middle-market M&A, you have found your team. 🚀
A Century of Innovation and Client Focus
Our firm's culture is one of innovation and creativity, combined with a century of enterprise stability. We are fiercely loyal and committed to delivering an exceptional client experience. We assemble a hand-crafted team for every client, drawing on our deep experience across geographies, practice specialties, and industry knowledge to get to the right answer. We are more than just lawyers; we are by your side as you fight through barriers and seize new opportunities. When you urgently need a lawyer for a high-stakes transaction or dispute, our national platform and agile approach make us the ideal choice.
Comprehensive Services for Key Sectors
We are known for our results in the financial services, real estate, and other dynamic sectors across the United States and Latin America. Our work spans litigation, transactions, regulatory matters, and strategic counsel, ensuring we provide comprehensive support for your most important business objectives. 🏛️
- Real Estate: We have substantial experience in complex transactions, development and construction projects, public-private initiatives, and litigation.
- Corporate, M&A, and Capital Markets: We advise public and private companies, including private equity funds, on M&A, capital markets transactions, and financings.
- Litigation: Our trial lawyers are recognized for their experience in civil, criminal, and general commercial litigation, as well as appellate and international arbitration matters.
- Consumer Financial Services: We represent banks and non-bank consumer debt originators and servicers in litigation, compliance, and regulatory enforcement.
- Bankruptcy and Reorganization: We serve as counsel or receiver in large bankruptcy filings and represent financial institutions and creditors in Chapter 11 reorganizations.
- Intellectual Property: We represent clients worldwide in all areas of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
- Healthcare: We are recognized for our experience in regulatory, risk management, and corporate matters for all types of healthcare industry stakeholders.
Nationally Recognized Excellence
Our firm and our lawyers are consistently top-ranked by respected publications like Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and U.S. News-Best Lawyers. We were recently honored as the 'Law Firm of the Year' for Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law. This recognition is a reflection of our commitment to you, our clients. If you are ready to order an attorney's help from a firm that is built for the future, contact Akerman LLP. Let us help you achieve your most important goals. 🏆
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Situated in downtown Chicago's premier West Loop financial district, close to the Chicago River.
Building Location
This is a 48-story premier Class-A office skyscraper known as the Hyatt Center at 71 S Wacker Dr, featuring a striking curved glass and steel facade. It is situated just one block from the historic Lyric Opera of Chicago and near the Willis Tower.
Parking Details
For clients arriving by car, paid public parking is available nearby at the multi-storey garage on 217 West Washington Street, as well as several other self-park options in the immediate area.
Public Transit
Served by Chicago Transit Authority Brown, Orange, Pink, and Purple Lines (Loop Elevated); nearest stop is at Washington/Wells.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's spectacular curved glass lobby on South Wacker Drive. Check in with the security desk to obtain clearance, then take the designated high-rise passenger elevator bank to the 47th floor to reach the offices of Akerman LLP.