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Biography
I am an experienced Chicago business attorney, serial entrepreneur and frequent lecturer on various corporate law issues. More importantly, I understand that no two businesses are alike and believe that success requires a deep understanding of the business industries and clients I serve. I look forward to the opportunity to learn about your business.
I provide legal consultation for businesses of all sizes and at all stages of development.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Business
40%
Transportation
25%
Corporate and Incorporation
10%
Mergers and Acquisitions
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-450 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 5 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 5 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 12 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Frame Zeller, LLC
200 West Monroe Street, Suite 2025, Chicago, IL, 60606
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110 W. Roosevelt Rd., Wheaton, IL, 60187
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1572 Capital Circle Northwest, Tallahassee, FL, 32303
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James Anthony Stark's Reviews
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Posted by Jimmy | July 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great FinTech Attorney
Highly recommended! He helps one of our business out in relation to our merchant processing and cash advance company. He knows the industry very well and is super connected in the space. He also handles all the legal for our other tech businesses, lending, and record label.
Posted by Geno | July 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Owner operator
James have personally called and talk to me himself on a numerous occasions to keep me informative about my on going case so yes I definitely will let all know whom to hire when it comes to him and his practice I strongly support and suggest you hire him as you attorney
Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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COO
I have worked with James Stark for over 10 years with on different companies. He is hard working and diligent and has always exceeded expectations.
Posted by Anthony | October 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Contractor
He helped create my business and writes contracts for me often. He is great to work with.
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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VP Communications and Operations
James is an outstanding legal counsel. He shows up ready to listen, work for the best interest of his client and well versed with many ideas on how to execute what the client wants.
James Anthony Stark's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. James is super smart and personable."
"I've had the opportunity to work alongside James Stark on a few occasions. James is a phenomenal attorney who demonstrated a penchant for complex and novel thinking on behalf of his business clients whether in business litigation or contract formation. He displayed a vast command of all applicable federal, state and local rules, and he routinely sought to cultivate additional business opportunities for his clients. Would strongly recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney, I highly recommend."
"Jim is an extremely talented lawyer. He is smart, hard working and ethical. He has experience in many areas of the law, particularly with business. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is a very intelligent and diligent attorney. He knows the law and always protects his client's interests. I highly recommend him for all your business related law issues"
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Experience
Honors
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Businesses in the U.S. - #21, Inc. Magazine
2016
Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Businesses in the IL. - #1, Inc. Magazine
2015
Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Businesses in the US -#236, Inc. Magazine
2012
National CALI Award - Professional Responsibility, CALI
2012
National CALI Award - Healthcare Contracts, CALI
2012
National CALI Award - Legal Contract Drafting, CALI
2009
Excellence in Academics Award, DePaul University Graham School of Management
2005
Federal Pell Grant for Academic Achievement, U.S Federal Government
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Of Counsel, The Rapacke Law Group, P.A.
2018 - Present
Of Counsel, Frame Zeller, LLC
2014 - Present
Attorney, Stark Law Offices, LLC
2013 - 2017
Cheif Legal Officer, C&H Financial Services, Inc.
2012 - 2013
Law Clerk, Olson & Associates, P.C.
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Sawyier & Williams, LLP
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, Cook Conty Public Defender's Office
2009 - 2012
President and CFO, Stark Label Clothing Company
2006 - 2009
Manager and Carpenter, DT Carpentry, LLC
2002 - 2005
Law Clerk, The Law Offices of James T. Gately
Associations
2015 - Present
Haunted Attractions AssociationLegal Counsel and Advisor to Board and Membership
2013 - Present
National Tank Truck CarriersMember
2013 - Present
Order of the CoifMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Atkinson et al. v, Super Ego Holding, LLC et al.
Ongoing
Highline Auto Sales, Inc. v. Dean Fratarcangeli
Verdict for the Client, Highline Auto Sales, Inc.
Penske v. LST Freight
Settlement.
C&H Financial Services, Inc. v. TOT and Process Pink Payments, Inc.
Confidential Settlement
Connecticut General Life Insurance v. Grand Avenue Surgical Center, Ltd.
Confidential settlement in favor of Client surgical center.
Education
2012
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
DePaul University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2009
St Xavier University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2017
TransWorld
Preventing Legal Liability for your Business
2016
Midwest Haunter's Convertion
Business Law - What all Small Business Owners Need to Know
Publications
2024
2024
Bulk Transporter
Lease-purchase abuse: Bad-actor carriers a bulk problem, too
2024
2018
Lawyer-Chicago
Handling Unemployment Claims In Illinois
2018
Lawyer-Chicago
Handling Unemployment Claims In Illinois
2017
Haunted Attractions Association - Membership Publication
Legal Lessons for Every Haunter to take to the Grave
2016
Haunted Attractions Association - Membership Publication
Law 101: Art of the Haunt, Tools of the Trade
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it legal for my father to kick me (20) out?
28 Jun 2020
Q&A
Can I sue the hotel, if i found out one of the employees used my debit card without my permission?
28 Jun 2020
Q&A
My daughter is 18 & is seeing a 23 year old that I believe is mentally abusing her. Can I get an order of protection for her?
29 Jun 2020