Hauert Law Office - Elmhurst, IL

Boutique Business and Real Estate Legal Counsel in Elmhurst

Established in 2017 by attorney Michael R. Hauert Jr., the Hauert Law Office delivers dedicated legal counsel to entrepreneurs, family enterprises, and property owners across Elmhurst, DuPage County, and the broader Chicago metropolitan region. Navigating the evolving corporate landscape or managing substantial real property requires diligent oversight. When business owners and investors decide to hire a business lawyer, they need an accessible advisor who understands both the legal technicalities and commercial realities of modern enterprise. Attorney Mike Hauert earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law and holds a business degree from St. Norbert College. Blending commercial acumen with practical legal strategies, the firm empowers clients to establish strong legal foundations, resolve intricate transactional challenges, and build sustainable long-term success.

Core Practice Areas and Client-Centered Legal Services

The Hauert Law Office provides end-to-end legal support tailored to the unique goals of each client, covering transactional needs, regulatory compliance, and future asset protection:

• Business formation and entity selection: Structuring limited liability companies, corporations, partnerships, and joint ventures with customized operating agreements, bylaws, and buy-sell provisions.
• Outside general counsel: Serving as dedicated on-demand legal counsel for small and medium-sized enterprises to manage corporate governance, risk audits, employment agreements, and day-to-day corporate formalities without the overhead of an internal legal department.
• Contract drafting and commercial negotiation: Formulating precise commercial contracts, licensing agreements, independent contractor terms, non-disclosure agreements, and equipment purchase documents to protect proprietary assets.
• Commercial and residential real estate: Assisting buyers, sellers, and property developers with real estate purchases, sales, title due diligence, financing review, and closing representation throughout DuPage County.
• Commercial leasing representation: Drafting and negotiating retail, industrial, and office leases to secure favorable lease terms, clear renewal options, and minimal tenant or landlord liability.
• Estate planning and probate avoidance: Designing comprehensive estate plans featuring revocable living trusts, last wills and testaments, healthcare directives, and powers of attorney for property to safeguard minor children and preserve family wealth.
• Intellectual property and trademark protection: Securing federal and state trademark registrations to protect company branding, trade names, and distinctive business identifiers.

Strategic Outside General Counsel for Growing Enterprises

Small business owners frequently face complex legal inquiries regarding employee relations, contract obligations, regulatory licensing, and corporate liability. Retaining a full-time in-house legal team is often financially impractical for emerging companies. Through its innovative outside general counsel program, the Hauert Law Office acts as an integrated member of each client's management team. Clients benefit from proactive legal reviews that identify liabilities early, avoid costly disputes, and protect directors and corporate officers from avoidable exposures. Whether your enterprise is negotiating a high-value commercial transaction or structuring internal governance, having experienced legal counsel on call delivers peace of mind and strategic leverage.

Schedule a Free Initial Consultation in Elmhurst

When you need to find a real estate attorney in Elmhurst or consult an experienced business counsel to review commercial agreements, the Hauert Law Office offers responsive and individualized service. Prospective clients can easily schedule a free initial consultation at the firm's York Street office or through virtual appointments to discuss their business, property, or estate planning goals with confidence.