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ABOUT CAMERON MONTI - PREMIER BUSINESS LAW COUNSEL & TAX ATTORNEY
I serve as outside (corporate law) legal counsel to many small, mid, and large businesses and corporations. I am also a nationally-recognized tax law defense attorney representing clients before the IRS and state taxing authorities, in addition to an Adjunct Professor of Law at The John Marshall Law School of the University of Illinois at Chicago.
As an award-winning attorney, recognized for my excellent client service and skills handling corporate law and tax law matters, I have worked relentlessly to change the negative perception of lawyers and legal profession. [CALL 312.721.1200 or email me at [email protected]]
Most attorneys generally only have experience with one of the two practice areas. However, I hold the unique skill and experience to handled complex matter in both areas. If you are a business owner or manage your company, allow me to be your reliable, trusted, and affordable outside general counsel and advisor with respect to your business. I literally write the book on the topic of business taxes and tax controversy, in my book entitled - "Business Taxpayer's Guide to IRS Tax Debt Resolution." [Visit Amazon.com]
I have successfully assisted clients in the following matters (this is not an all-inclusive list):
- Business contracts and agreements
- Federal tax controversy and resolution (involving min. tax of $20,000+)
- State tax controversy and resolution (involving a min. tax of $15,000+)
- Federal (IRS) and state tax audits and examinations
- Commercial loan documents and collateral agreements
- Mergers & Acquisitions (buy-sell agreements)
- Shareholder agreements
- Commercial lease review
- Employment law matters (for Businesses and Employers ONLY - I DO NOT represent employees)
- Employee handbooks
- Mechanics liens
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Illinois' Medical cannabis law
- Illinois' Firearm Concealed Carry law
I represent clients in all types of industries including the grocery industry, telecommunications, food and restaurant, consulting, accounting, construction, and commercial real estate, among others.
My philosophy is to treat my clients as I would expect to be treated by an attorney. I take my reputation very seriously and believe in developing friendships with my clients to garner their trust, confidence, and peace of mind.
I have helped established charitable organizations to help feed the needy and give back to the community through my volunteer efforts.
If you seek assistance with any legal matter, I would welcome the opportunity to become your trusted legal counsel, advisor, and friend.
Call or text me at 312.721.1200, or email me at [email protected]
Practice areas
Results-oriented outside general counsel for small business to multi-million dollar corporations.
18 years, 1,000 cases
IRS and State tax audit /examination tax defense, and tax debt settlements, tax levy and lien release.
18 years, 750 cases
Business and contract disputes will happen. I help resolve disputes keeping in mind the cost and risk of litigation vs. efforts to reach a settlement.
18 years, 250 cases
I ONLY represent BUSINESSES and EMPLOYERS based on firm policy. I do not represent employees.
18 years, 150 cases
Languages spoken
English
MONTI LAW FIRM
11022 Ayrshire Court
Woodstock, IL, 60098
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2004 | 06/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 26 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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2018 Clients' Choice Award | Avvo.com | 2018 |
2016 SuperLawyer | SuperLawyers Magazine | 2016 |
2016 Attorney of the Year - Outside General Counsel | Wiblaw | 2016 |
2016 Clients' Choice Award - Business & Corporate | Avvo.com | 2016 |
2016 Clients' Choice Award - Tax Law | avvo.com | 2016 |
2016 Superb 10.0 Rated Attorney | avvo.com client reviews | 2016 |
2015 SuperLawyer | SuperLawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Superb 10.0 Rated Attorney | Avvo.com | 2015 |
2015 Clients' Choice Award - Tax Law | Avvo.com | 2015 |
2015 Top Tax Attorney | Avvo.com | 2015 |
2015 Clients' Choice Award - Business Law | avvo.com | 2015 |
2015 Top Business Attorney | avvo.com | 2015 |
2014 Rising Stars | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
2014 Top Attorney - Illinois' Outstanding Young Attorneys | Chicago Magazine | 2014 |
2014 Superb 10.0 Rated Attorney | Avvo.com | 2014 |
2013 Clients' Choice Award | AVVO.com | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel | MDH Investment Group | 2019 - Present |
Adjunct Professor of Law | The John Marshall Law School | 2013 - Present |
Vice President & General Counsel | Academy Gear, Inc. | 2014 - 2015 |
Partner/Member | Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC | 2014 - 2019 |
Partner | Lavelle Law, Ltd. | 2002 - 2014 |
Law Clerk | University of Michigan - Office of the VP & General Counsel | 2000 - 2001 |
Judicial Intern | Michigan Supreme Court - Chief Justice Elizabeth A. Weaver | 1999 - 2000 |
Law Clerk | Josh Fields & Associates | 1998 - 2000 |
Law Clerk | Michigan Attorney General | 1998 - 1999 |
Legal Intern | Cook County State's Attorney's Office | 1996 - 1997 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Algonquin Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2015 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Chicago Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Shelter, Inc. | Board Member | 2010 - 2014 |
Chicago Bar Association - Federal Tax Practice and Procedure Subcommittee | Vice Chair | 2005 - 2010 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Createspace, | Business Taxpayer's Guide to IRS Tax Debt Resolution | 2015 |
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin / Detroit Legal News | More Regulations in Works to Police Not-for-Profit Hospitals | 2015 |
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin | With States Passing Marijuana Laws, What Does the Federal Government Do? | 2015 |
www.amazon.com | Illinois' Firearm Concealed Carry Law FAQ Handbook | 2014 |
www.amazon.com | Illinois' Medical Marijuana Law FAQ Handbook | 2013 |
Lavelle Law website | New Illinois Laws in Effect in 2013 | 2013 |
e-newsletter article | Collection of Sales Tax by Online Retailers on Internet Purchases - Is Illinois Next? | 2012 |
e-newsletter website article | Major Changes Implemented by the Internal Revenue Service | 2012 |
Website Article | Who owns the right to a Twitter account when an employee leaves a job? | 2012 |
e-newsletter article | Opportunity Knocks to Disclose those Undisclosed Offshore Accounts | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Washington School of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws | 2002 |
Michigan State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
University of Illinois at Chicago | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1997 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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2015 AILA Midwest Regional Conference | Tax and Social Security Issues for the Immigration Practioner | 2015 |
WGN-TV9 Midday News - Interview | Illinois' Medical Marijuana Law | 2014 |
WGN TV9 Midday News - Follow-up Interview | Illinois' Medical Marijuana Law | 2014 |
Schaumburg Chamber of Commerce - Connections Networking Group | Illinois' Medical Marijuana Law | 2014 |
Mt. Prospect Rotary Club Meeting | Illinois' Medical Marijuana Law and Firearm Concealed Carry Law | 2014 |
Business IP Commitee | ICLE - Overview of Illinois' Medical Cannabis Law and Employment Law Considerations | 2014 |
Young Entreprenuers Academy | The Difference Between Corporate Entities | 2013 |
Federal Tax Practice & Procedure | The John Marshall Law School | 2013 |
Entrepreneur Seminar | Starting a Business - What Corporate Form is Best For You | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Audit of Car Dealership - No change Determination | $0.00 tax liability. Client victory |
Resolved $450,000 tax liability to $0.00 | Victory for client - $0.00 taxed owed |
Settled Tax Case for Single Mother | Settled for $500 |
Advanced Engineered Systems v. United States | Pending |
Effective Tax Administration Offers Accepted | Settled $170,000 debt for $1,000; and $60,000 for $2,500 |
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Aaron Zarkowsky, Tax Attorney on Jun 26, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
In my career, I have gotten to know many attorneys. I would not hesitate to recommend Cameron to my friends or family should they ever need an attorney to assist them with their tax law matters.
Morgan Stogsdill, Tax Attorney on Jun 1, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Cameron is a complete professional. His knowledge on tax law is impressive. He has the ability to make any client feel comfortable. I highly recommend him.
Courtney Kleshinski, Tax Attorney on Apr 23, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Cameron is an outstanding tax attorney. In addition to handling numerous other matters on behalf of Lavelle Law, Ltd.'s clients, Cameron's knowledge of tax laws and regulations make him a valuable asset to any individual or business with a tax problem.
Kerry Lavelle, Tax Attorney on Mar 28, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Cameron has done fantastic work for our clients. We're very happy that he's our partner, and that he has mentored, and trained many of our tax associates with IRS representation.
Theodore Mcginn, Tax Attorney on Mar 20, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Timothy Hughes, Tax Attorney on Mar 15, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Cameron is very professional in his approach in representing his clients. Whether the client is a large corporation or an individual taxpayer he attentively listens to the client to better understand their case. And he will research a matter to supplant his vast knowledge in tax controversy cases, as well as, other areas of the law. His approach to handling tax cases, through his detailed grasp of the facts and tax law, has earned him respect among IRS personnel who appreciate the no non-sense approach he takes in representing a client before the IRS.
Nicholas Bathas, Unknown Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is reliable, knowledgeable and communicates well with others.
John Lydon, Tax Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Cameron Monti. His knowledge of federal tax law is unparalleled. He's a good man in a good firm.
Lance Ziebell, Tax Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Cameron is an outstanding tax attorney in addition to handling numerous other matters on behalf of Lavelle Law, Ltd. clients. Cameron's astute knowledge of tax laws, particularly the Internal Revenue Code and its corresponding regulations, make him a valuable asset to any client with tax problems. In addition to his familiarity with the tax code, Cameron understands the internal procedures of the IRS which permits him to maximize his effectiveness on behalf of his clients. Last, and certainly not least, Cameron cares about his clients as reflected in the respectful manner in which he treats them and the diligence with which he goes about achieving results on their behalf.
James Voigt, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
In addition to being a strong advocate and skilled negotiator on behalf of his clients, Cameron is one of the most thorough and detail-oriented attorneys I know.
Steven Migala, Unknown Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I work with Cameron at Lavelle Law and have come to know him and, more importantly, trust his judgment, which I believe is the highest compliment one attorney can pay to another. I am proud to call him a trusted colleague.
Heather Walser, Tax Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I have been Cameron's colleague and co-worker for over three years, and endorse him without reservation. He advocates tirelessly for his clients and is relentless in resolving their matters favorably. His dedication and persistence are second to none.
Joshua Nesser, Tax Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with Cameron for my entire career and have learned a great deal from him. His diligence and dedication to achieving the best possible results for his clients are unparalleled. I would not hesitate to recommend Cameron to any business or individual requiring legal advice.
Amil Alkass, Business Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with Cameron Monti for six years and he has mentored me through my career at Lavelle Law, Ltd. Working with Cameron has helped me become a better attorney. I have always been impressed by his dedication to his clients. Cameron Monti is a tireless attorney who perseveres until he accomplishes his goal; he is passionate about getting the results he is driving for. Cameron is a well organized attorney who pays careful attention to detail. Most importantly, he is a persistent lawyer and never shies away from hard work.
Carrie Harrington, Business Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Cameron is thorough and competent in all business matters. I would not hesitate to refer any friend or client to him.
Sami Azhari, Tax Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with Cameron at Lavelle Law, Ltd. for over two years. Throughout my time working with Cameron, I noticed that his dedication to his clients was second to none. He combined this loyalty with his legal acumen to achieve outstanding results for his clients in simple and complex tax matters. He has my strongest endorsement.
Matthew Sheahin, Tax Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Cameron has the perfect blend of techinical expertise on tax and business issues combined with a relentless work ethic and savvy negotiation skills to be a superior representative for any individual or business that faces challenging legal issues involving their taxes or corproate affairs.
Kelly Anderson, Tax Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Cameron is a great attorney who combines a sensitivity to his clients' needs along with exceptional knowledge of the law to give the highest possible quality of service. He is an attorney you can count on and trust to get you great results.
Patrick Giese, Tax Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Cameron is a dedicated, knowledgeable, and personable attorney. These skills have translated into many favorable outcomes for his clients in various complicated tax matters.
Jenet Pequeno, Business Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Cameron is dedicated and committed to excellence in providing every client with quality legal work. He is unyielding in his attention to detail. He is also down to earth and treats everybody he comes into contact with the utmost respect.