Ranked #1 in Lake Forest
Based in Northbrook, 8 mi away
63/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 487 Google reviews.
Business Lawyers in Lake Forest, IL: 2026 rankings
32 business lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Lake Forest: Dworsky Law Firm - Illinois Immigration Lawyers, LFR Score 63/100; 4.9★ from 487 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 32.
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Most-reviewed: M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers, 574 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 32 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
32 Lake Forest business lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 7 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 32 rated law firms.
Top 10 business lawyers in Lake Forest at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dworsky Law Firm - Illinois Immigration Lawyers | 63 | 4.9★ (487) | Northbrook, 8 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers | 61 | 4.9★ (574) | Schaumburg, 18 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours, Most reviews |
| 3 | Wiczer | Jacobs LLC | 59 | 4.3★ (18) | Northbrook, 8 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Trostin Kantor & Esposito LLC | 59 | 5.0★ (9) | Northbrook, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Tomlinson & Shapiro, P.C. | 58 | 5.0★ (19) | Chicago, 19 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | LoMonaco Law, LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (225) | Vernon Hills, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | GARNELLO AND ASSOCIATES PC | 56 | 4.2★ (5) | Palatine, 15 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Freedom Immigration | 53 | 5.0★ (106) | Palatine, 14 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Donald L. Sadowski, PC, Business Attorney & Estate Planning Lawyer | 52 | 4.8★ (22) | Schaumburg, 18 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Menges, Attorney At Law, P.C. | 52 | 4.8★ (79) | Wauconda, 15 mi away | — | — |
All 32 business lawyers in Lake Forest, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Schaumburg, 18 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 574 Google reviews, the most in Lake Forest.
Based in Northbrook, 8 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in Northbrook, 9 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in Chicago, 19 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in Vernon Hills, 7 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 225 Google reviews.
Based in Palatine, 15 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in Palatine, 14 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 106 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based in Schaumburg, 18 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Wauconda, 15 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 79 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Skokie, 15 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 79 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#12 Magnolia Law LLC
Based in Des Plaines, 18 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Park Ridge, 17 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Schaumburg, 18 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#15 Sager Law Group
Based in Des Plaines, 16 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 175 Google reviews.
Based in Park Ridge, 17 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 115 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Northbrook, 8 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
#18 Wyszynski Law PC
Based in Des Plaines, 18 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Northbrook, 9 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.
Based in Chicago, 21 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Elk Grove Village, 17 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Chicago, 24 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#23 Merit Law Group
Based in Antioch, 20 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Evanston, 17 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#25 Litico Law Group
Based in Rolling Meadows, 17 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
All 32 business lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Franklin, Greenswag, Channon & Capilla | 48 | 4.6★ (10) | 11 mi |
| 27 | Dracheva Law, LLC | 48 | 5.0★ (15) | 17 mi |
| 28 | Radadia Law, LLC | 48 | 5.0★ (8) | 18 mi |
| 29 | DiChristofano & Associates, LLC | 48 | 5.0★ (9) | 17 mi |
| 30 | The Law Offices Of Eric T. Perry | 47 | 5.0★ (3) | 11 mi |
| 31 | TRIVEDI & KHAN, P.C. | 47 | 4.3★ (11) | 19 mi |
| 32 | Law Offices Of Robert J Ralis | 46 | 5.0★ (5) | 23 mi |
Also serving Lake Forest
20 more business lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Law, LLC | 4.6★ (11) | In Lake Forest |
| Coleman Law, P.C. | 4.3★ (11) | In Lake Forest |
| Daniel E Levy Ltd | 4.8★ (34) | In Lake Forest |
| Emmett Financial Services Inc | 5.0★ (19) | In Lake Forest |
| Evans Legacy Law Group, LLC | 5.0★ (31) | In Lake Forest |
| Law Office of Jordan Greenberg | 4.7★ (15) | In Lake Forest |
| Lewis Law Firm | 4.9★ (44) | In Lake Forest |
| Michael's Mediation, LLC | 5.0★ (81) | In Lake Forest |
| Morris Law, Ltd | 4.8★ (26) | In Lake Forest |
| O'Flaherty Law of Lake Forest | 4.7★ (15) | In Lake Forest |
| Pierson & Strachan P.C. | 5.0★ (14) | In Lake Forest |
| Reda & Des Jardins, LLC - Law Firm | 4.8★ (115) | In Lake Forest |
| Robert J. Kolasa, Ltd. | 5.0★ (7) | In Lake Forest |
| Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP | 4.7★ (14) | In Lake Forest |
| Steiner Howeth Pasquesi | 4.5★ (32) | In Lake Forest |
| Strategic Divorce | 4.8★ (79) | In Lake Forest |
| Sweetnam LLC | 4.6★ (14) | In Lake Forest |
| The Law Offices of Kenneth M Devaney PC | 4.8★ (17) | In Lake Forest |
| White Scott & White | 4.5★ (16) | In Lake Forest |
| Williamson Carol A | 5.0★ (9) | In Lake Forest |
How we ranked Lake Forest business lawyers
We scored 32 Lake Forest business lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Lake Forest data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a business lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many business law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask for a written estimate or flat fee for a defined piece of work before it starts.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a business lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Which of my contracts most need a review?
- Can you work on a flat fee or a monthly retainer?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Business lawyers in Lake Forest: frequently asked questions
Which business lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Lake Forest?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked business lawyer in Lake Forest, IL is Dworsky Law Firm - Illinois Immigration Lawyers with an LFR Score of 63/100. It has 4.9★ from 487 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers (#2) and Wiczer | Jacobs LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 32 business lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many business lawyers are there in Lake Forest?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 32 business lawyers serving Lake Forest, IL. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which business lawyers in Lake Forest are open 24/7?
3 ranked business lawyers in Lake Forest post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Dworsky Law Firm - Illinois Immigration Lawyers (#1), M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers (#2) and Reifman Law Offices (#17). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which business lawyers in Lake Forest work on weekends?
7 of 32 ranked business lawyers post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dworsky Law Firm - Illinois Immigration Lawyers (#1), M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers (#2) and Magnolia Law LLC (#12). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Lake Forest business lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 32 rated business lawyers in Lake Forest is 4.9★, with a median of 25 reviews. M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers has the most, 574 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank business lawyers?
Each business lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do business lawyers outside Lake Forest count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Lake Forest city center, our service radius for business lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can business lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do business lawyers in Lake Forest, IL charge?
Business lawyers bill hourly for disputes and complex deals and often offer flat fees for company formation, standard contracts or a monthly general counsel arrangement. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $400 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
When should a small business talk to a lawyer?
Common points are choosing a business structure, partner or shareholder agreements, signing a lease or major contract, buying or selling a business, and when a dispute starts. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of business lawyers in Lake Forest, IL ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Lake Forest?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Lake Forest
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 32 business lawyers serving Lake Forest.
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