On Thursday, Nov. 7, Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. principal David Shiner presented on IRS Collection Procedures to the Independent Accountants Association of Illinois (IAAI). Shiner discussed tax liens and levies and how to defend against them through collection due process hearings, collection appeal requests, installment agreements and offers in compromise.
Leader of the firm’s Tax and Employee Benefits practice group, Shiner works closely with his clients resolving tax controversies and structuring transactions that minimize exposure to state and federal estate taxes. Shiner is also a certified public accountant with a master of laws in taxation. He is highly experienced with handling cases in the U.S. Tax Court in gift, estate and income tax matters.
IAAI was established in 1949 and is the Illinois State Affiliate Organization of the National Society of Accountants. In this age of specialization, IAAI continues to fill an important niche, providing education and information to its members who serve small businesses and individuals. Through interaction at local chapter meeting, seminars and state meetings, members are in a position to alert clients about important tax law changes and changes in business practices that affect their business and financial activities.
Kevin Coyne, a principal at Chuhak & Tecson, P.C., presents to students from UIC John Marshall Law School’s Center for Real Estate Law from 12 to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, various insights on how he built his real estate law practice. Organized by the UIC John Marshall Center for Real Estate, the program titled, “Let’s Taco ‘Bout Real Estate,” provides students with information about the real estate industry and how attorneys find successful and fulfilling careers in this area of practice.
Leader of the firm’s Real Estate practice group, Coyne represents national franchises, restaurants, bars and professional practices and has substantial experience negotiating office, retail and industrial leases on the national and local levels for landlords and tenants. Priding himself on the personal attention he brings to every transaction, Coyne crafts meticulous documentation tailored to align with his client’s present and future business needs and goals. Serving on the City of Naperville’s City Council has given him a unique perspective and constructive insight for clients facing municipal issues in Chicagoland.
The Center for Real Estate Law at UIC John Marshall Law School is dedicated to educating and training the next generation of real estate attorneys and real estate professionals in the substance and practice of commercial real estate law. In addition to providing degree candidates with a superior education in a transactional context, the Center is committed to promoting research and scholarships in the field of commercial real estate and practice.
Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. proudly announces that Brandon Freud has joined the firm’s Banking and Litigation practice groups.
When litigation is unavoidable, Freud represents his clients with determination in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels. Financial institutions, title insurance companies and their insureds, business and commercial real estate owners, not for profit entities and individuals turn to Freud to manage all aspects of the litigation process—from strategy formation, motion practice and discovery through trial. And he never loses sight of the value of settlement.
Financial institutions rely on Freud to enforce their rights and remedies as secured and unsecured creditors in foreclosure actions, UCC sales, fraudulent transfer suits and in Chapter 7, 11 and 13 bankruptcy proceedings. He also defends them against lender liability claims and other commercial disputes brought by depositors and third parties. For businesses, not for profits and individuals, Freud handles breach of contract cases, business torts, restrictive covenants, partnership disputes and other matters. Title insurance companies and their insureds depend on him to resolve title defect, easement and other real estate matters. Brandon also has extensive experience handling landlord-tenant disputes as well as mechanics lien cases.
Mitchell Weinstein, president of Chuhak & Tecson, believes the skills and experience Freud brings to the Banking and Litigation practice groups further enhance the well-known and capable foundations each group offers to clients.
“Brandon’s commitment to responsiveness and efficient representation, coupled with his determination to protect his clients from unnecessary costs, are hallmarks that all of our attorneys share,” Weinstein said. “His wide range of litigation experience and positive outcomes show that his advocacy skills will be an asset to our clients and to the firm.”
Freud is excited to join Chuhak & Tecson.
“The broad range and depth of legal services provided by Chuhak & Tecson, and the sheer talent of its lawyers, will serve my clients well.” Freud said.
Previously at a litigation boutique, Freud earned his Juris Doctor degree with honors from Chicago-Kent College of Law. He then served as an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office where he first-chaired dozens of trials and handled more than 30 appeals.
On Sept. 22, attorneys, paralegals and staff will participate in GiGi’s Playhouse Tinley Park 5k Donut Run. Headed by principal Kimberly Boike, Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. employees will run, walk and dash to support GiGi’s Playhouse, the only nationwide network of Down syndrome achievement centers.
GiGi’s Playhouse, whose mission is to change the way the world views Down syndrome and send a global message of acceptance for all, provides free, life-changing therapeutic, educational and career training programs for 30,000+ individuals of all ages. With the support of the sponsors, runners, walkers and dashers of the 5k Donut Run, the organization is able to raise funds for its programs and raise awareness and acceptance in many communities nationwide.
GiGi’s Playhouse Tinley Park 5k Donut Run is part of Women Helping Women’s 10 Ways to Give Back, a year-long celebration of WHW’s 10th anniversary.The 5k Donut Run is the eighth of the 10 events.
Chuhak & Tecson’s Kimberly Boike and Denise Ziemba will be running in support of Denise’s granddaughter, Annie.
On Sept. 12, Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. attorneys will sprint for justice during Chicago Volunteer Legal Services’ (CVLS) 25th anniversary of Race Judicata.
A 5K run/walk, Race Judicata furthers CVLS’ mission of coordinating, supporting and promoting the voluntary pro bono legal representation of the Chicago area’s poor and working poor. Proceeds raised for Race Judicata go to CVLS’ general operating costs.
Two of Chuhak & Tecson’s community service channels partnered for this event—Women Helping Women and the Diversity & Inclusion Council.
Women Helping Women, launched by Chuhak & Tecson’s women attorneys in 2009 to integrate business development with philanthropy, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in the fall. A year-long celebration titled 10 Ways to Give Back has the women attorneys supporting and participating in community service events throughout 2019. Race Judicata marks the seventh of the 10 events.
To learn more about Chuhak & Tecson’s Diversity & Inclusion Council, click here.
On August 21, 2019, Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. will hold a fundraiser titled Coats n’ Cones to benefit Jewish United Fund’s (JUF) Chanukah Coat Club.
JUF’s Chanukah Coat Club is an initiative that leverages key partnerships with Jewish Child and Family Services Chicago, The ARK, the Dina and Eli Field EZRA Multi-Service Center, and the Chicago Chesed Fund in order to provide needy children and families of all faiths with the winter wear they need to stay warm during the harsh Chicago winter. Donations supply local children and families with new coats and winter accessories for the year to come.
During Chuhak & Tecson’s Coats n’ Cones day, employees will be able to wear summer clothes to the office and enjoy frozen treats. Employees may choose to make donations in honor of someone special in their life, who will receive a personalized Chanukah card announcing their gift. Donations gathered will go to JUF’s Chanukah Coat Club.
Two of Chuhak & Tecson’s community service channels partnered for Coats n’ Cones—Women Helping Women and FunFitnessFilanthropy.
Women Helping Women, launched by Chuhak & Tecson’s women attorneys in 2009 to integrate business development with philanthropy, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in the fall. A year-long event titled 10 Ways to Give Back has the women attorneys supporting and participating in community service events throughout 2019. Coats n’ Cones marks the sixth of their 10 events.
Chuhak & Tecson combined its social, wellness and philanthropic efforts a few years ago into a FunFitnessFilanthropy Committee. Employees have the opportunity to develop and contribute to the firm in a way that brings them together for fun, wellness activities and giving-back events that support the community such as Coats n‘ Cones for JUF’s Chanukah Coat Club.
Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. principal and Naperville city councilman Kevin M. Coyne will address gun violence at “Preventing Gun Violence in Naperville/Aurora” from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, August 4, in meeting room A of the 95th street Naperville Public Library. Coyne will be joined by Mimi Cowan, Will County board member; Illinois Sen. Laura Ellman; Illinois Rep. Stephanie Kifowit; and Congresswoman Lauren Underwood.
Hosted by the local youth organization Our Safety, the panelists will focus on gun violence prevention and implementing gun safety in the Naperville and Aurora communities.
Leader of the firm’s Real Estate practice group, Coyne represents national franchises, restaurants, bars and professional practices and has substantial experience negotiating office, retail and industrial leases at the national and local levels for landlords and tenants. Priding himself on the personal attention he brings to every transaction, Coyne crafts meticulous documentation tailored to align with his client’s present and future business needs and goals. Serving as a council member for the city of Naperville has given him a unique perspective and constructive insight for clients facing municipal issues in Chicagoland.
Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. principal and Naperville city councilman Kevin M. Coyne will discuss the new marijuana legislation and how it will affect Naperville at the Naperville Area Leaders Network (NALN) event at 7 p.m. Monday, July 22, at Granite City in Naperville. Speakers include Jodi Trendler, a member of Naperville’s Environmental Sustainability Task Force and president, co-founder of The Resiliency Institute, Jeffrey Gahris from the DuPage Clean Energy Coalition, Patricia Gustin, councilwomen for the city of Naperville and Reba Osborne, director of government affairs for the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce.
For more information about NALN and the event, click here.
Leader of the firm’s Real Estate practice group, Coyne represents national franchises, restaurants, bars and professional practices and has substantial experience negotiating office, retail and industrial leases at the national and local levels for landlords and tenants. Priding himself on the personal attention he brings to every transaction, Coyne crafts meticulous documentation tailored to align with his client’s present and future business needs and goals. Serving as a council member for the city of Naperville has given him a unique perspective and constructive insight for clients facing municipal issues in Chicagoland.
Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. will once again support Volunteers of America of Illinois’ (VOA of IL) annual drive Operation Backpack by collecting school supplies and backpacks for children in foster care and children of the veterans served by VOA of IL.
Operation Backpack, which takes place from June to the beginning of August, provides thousands of school supplies to children in pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. Items range from pencils and markers, to notebooks and folders, to sketchpads, to water color paints. For a complete list of needed items, click here
In 2018, VOA of IL partnered with 36 companies to provide children with brand new backpacks for the school year. Over 2,000 backpacks were collected. To learn how you can get involved, visit voaillinois.org/.
Two of Chuhak & Tecson’s community service channels partnered for VOA of IL’s Operation Backpack—Women Helping Women and FunFitnessFilanthropy.
Women Helping Women, launched by Chuhak & Tecson’s women attorneys in 2009 to integrate business development with philanthropy, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in the fall. A year-long event titled 10 Ways to Give Back has the women attorneys supporting and participating in community service events throughout 2019. Operation Backpack marks the fifth of their 10 events.
Chuhak & Tecson combined its social, wellness and philanthropic efforts a few years ago into a FunFitnessFilanthropy Committee. Employees have the opportunity to develop and contribute to the Firm in a way that brings them together for fun, wellness activities and giving-back events that support the community, such as VOA of IL’s Operation Backpack.
Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. principal Kevin M. Coyne will be one of the speakers in a live webcast from 4 to 6 p.m. (CST) on Tuesday, July 9, hosted by The Knowledge Group and titled The Opportunity Zone Investment Tax Regime: Recent Legislative and Regulatory Developments You Should Know. The speakers will focus on key strategies and tips on how to avoid potential risks and legal pitfalls. To learn more, click here.
Leader of the firm’s Real Estate practice group, Coyne represents national franchises, restaurants, bars and professional practices and has substantial experience negotiating office, retail and industrial leases at the national and local levels for landlords and tenants. Priding himself on the personal attention he brings to every transaction, he crafts meticulous documentation tailored to align with his client’s present and future business needs and goals. He is a frequent presenter of commercial real estate trends such as Opportunity Zones where he discusses the benefits they provide to investors and follows with the requirements needed to create a Qualified Opportunity Zone Fund. Serving as a council member for the city of Naperville has given Coyne a unique perspective and constructive insight for clients facing municipal issues in Chicagoland.
The Knowledge Group was established with the mission to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webinars that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. To contact or register to an event, click here.
