About Business Law Group, LLC · Chicago
Business Law Group, LLC is a Chicago-area business and commercial litigation firm founded by managing partner Ryan Van Osdol and operating under the brand 'The Chicago Business Lawyers®'. The firm concentrates on business/commercial litigation and ongoing business counsel for small and medium-sized businesses, with additional work in personal injury and probate litigation. Headquartered at 15 N. 2nd St., Suite 100, Geneva, IL 60134, the firm serves clients throughout the greater Chicago area and is licensed to appear in Illinois trial, appellate, and supreme courts, multiple federal district courts, and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
Business Law Group, LLC was formed by attorney Ryan Van Osdol to provide small and medium-sized businesses, their owners, and key executives with cost-effective, best-in-class legal advice and strong representation in lawsuits and other legal matters. Mr. Van Osdol founded the firm in January 2020 after nearly 12 years of practice, drawing on experience representing clients in state and federal trial courts, state and federal appellate courts, and the Illinois Supreme Court, as well as in mediation and arbitration forums. The firm's signature offering is a customized 'General Counsel Package' that gives business clients ongoing access to legal advice for a flat monthly fee rather than hourly billing — a model the firm says distinguishes it from traditional law firms. The firm's primary practice areas are Business/Commercial Litigation and Business Services. Its litigation practice handles breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, successor liability, piercing the corporate veil, fraud, collection matters, defamation, negligence, tortious interference, property damage, civil rights violations, shareholder disputes, creditors' and debtors' rights, employment disputes, trade secrets, restrictive covenants, mechanic's liens and construction disputes, and probate and personal injury litigation. Its business services practice covers entity formation (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, partnership), governance documents, corporate compliance, employment issues, and contract work. Business Law Group also handles personal injury and probate litigation matters.
- In business
- Founded January 2020 (per LinkedIn); firm founder Ryan Van Osdol began practicing law in 2008
- Owner
- Ryan Van Osdol, Founder and Managing Partner
- Serves
- Greater Chicago area and surrounding suburbs; the firm is based in Geneva, IL and serves clients across Illinois and the surrounding region
About Business Law Group, LLC
Business Law Group, LLC operates as 'The Chicago Business Lawyers®' and provides quality, comprehensive legal services to businesses and individuals throughout the greater Chicago area. The firm focuses on strategic and individual counsel designed to help clients successfully resolve their legal problems, whether they are embroiled in complex litigation, launching a new company, or seeking advice on everyday employment and contract matters. The firm emphasizes creative, cost-effective legal solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
Practice Areas
Business Law Group offers a comprehensive array of personalized solutions across its primary practice areas. Business/Commercial Litigation and Business Services form the core of the firm, with additional work in Personal Injury and Probate Litigation.
- Business/Commercial Litigation
- Business Services (General Counsel)
- Personal Injury Litigation
- Probate Litigation
Business Law Services
The Business Services practice provides comprehensive legal support for establishing, maintaining, and expanding a company. The team advises on the regulatory environment, day-to-day decisions, and longer-term strategic issues that affect business owners and key executives.
- Corporate Compliance — regulatory requirements, corporate governance, and state/federal law compliance
- Entity Formation — LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, and partnership selection and filings
- Small Business Law — contract drafting, employee relations, and labor-law compliance
- General Counsel — ongoing legal services for a flat monthly fee
Business/Commercial Litigation
The litigation practice addresses disputes that can disrupt operations and affect financial health, representing businesses of all sizes through negotiation, mediation, and trial in state and federal courts, including appellate work and matters before the Illinois Supreme Court. The team also obtains temporary restraining orders (TROs) and injunctions to protect business interests or defend against such actions.
- Business Disputes — partnership conflicts, contract disagreements, operational disputes
- Breach of Contract — enforcement and defense of breach claims
- Civil Rights Violations — defending businesses against civil rights and anti-discrimination claims
- Construction Disputes — contracts, delays, defects, and payment issues for contractors, developers, and property owners
- Employer and Employee Rights — wrongful termination, wage disputes, discrimination, and other employment matters
General Counsel Packages
A signature offering of the firm: clients pay a flat monthly fee to have a legal expert on hand for ongoing advice, eliminating the uncertainty of hourly billing and fluctuating invoices. The firm builds custom packages to provide a robust suite of legal services for businesses that need regular counsel but want predictable costs.
- Flat monthly fee structure
- On-demand access to attorneys
- Customized scope for each business
- Predictable budgeting versus hourly billing
Founder and Managing Partner — Ryan Van Osdol
Ryan Van Osdol founded Business Law Group, LLC and serves as its Managing Partner. He earned his B.A. in Paralegal Studies with honors from Southern Illinois University (2004) and his J.D., cum laude, from The John Marshall Law School in 2008, where he was a Law Review Member and a Moot Court finalist in the Herzog Moot Court Competition. He practiced at another firm from August 2008 through December 2019 before launching Business Law Group in January 2020.
- Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2012–2020 (consecutively)
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating, 2013–present
- Admitted in Illinois state courts and multiple federal courts including the Seventh Circuit
- Member of multiple Illinois State Bar Association section councils
Client Reviews and Testimonials
The firm's website features a substantial testimonials section with detailed client feedback praising responsiveness, transparency, contract expertise, litigation results, and the General Counsel Package model. Clients note successful outcomes in shareholder disputes, contract negotiations with Fortune 500 counterparties, and litigation matters resolved favorably.
- Praise for corporate and business law expertise, including merger support
- Contract review praised for identifying risks and simplifying legal jargon
- Shareholder dispute resolution described as fully satisfactory
- Litigation matter 'closed in our favor in just three months' after prior attorneys struggled for two years
- Long-term clients using Business Law Group for employment contracts, advice, and ongoing counsel
Contact and Free Consultation
Business Law Group offers a free initial consultation to discuss a client's situation and the legal paths forward. The firm encourages prospective clients to call 224-353-6498 to schedule a consultation. The primary office is located at 15 N. 2nd St., Suite 100, Geneva, IL 60134, with the firm's broader identity tied to the Chicago metro area.
- Phone: 224-353-6498
- Office: 15 N. 2nd St., Suite 100, Geneva, IL 60134
- Free initial consultation offered