Match with Qualified Law Firms Catered to Your Legal Needs
The Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council in partnership with the National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms invite you to participate in the Counsel for Growth pilot program. Since 2001, NAMWOLF has provided excellence in legal services and are proud to be one of most powerful networks in the industry.
This program is designed to connect ChicagoMSDC-certified Business Enterprises (MBEs) with experienced minority-owned law firms for strategic legal guidance that can help businesses grow, manage risk, and pursue new opportunities.
Gain access to the NAMWOLF network of certified law firms for structured, high-value advisory sessions focused on legal readiness for scale. Become part of a business ecosystem designed to help your organization thrive and grow.
In order to qualify, your business must meet the following requirements:
- Certified MBE in good standing
- At least $500,000 in annual revenue
- Active hiring or workforce expansion
- At least 3 employees
Areas of Legal Expertise
Searching for a law firm that fits your legal needs can take time. By participating in the Counsel for Growth program, ChicagoMSDC and NAMWOLF will do the heavy lifting and find a firm that’s a good match. Law firms that are certified with NAMWOLF cover a wide range of practice areas, including:
Corporate Contracts, Growth, & Strategy
- M&A, corporate structuring, governance
- Commercial contracts, outside general counsel
- Finance, venture, private funds
- Business restructuring
Employment & Workforce
- M&A, corporate structuring, governance
- Commercial contracts, outside general counsel
- Finance, venture, private funds
- Business restructuring
Litigation & Risk Management
- M&A, corporate structuring, governance
- Commercial contracts, outside general counsel
- Finance, venture, private funds
- Business restructuring
Real Estate Construction & Infrastructure
- Real estate transactions, zoning, land use
- Construction law
- Public finance, TIF, development
Specialized/High-Value Areas
- IP, data privacy, AI, tech transactions
- Environmental & regulatory
- Healthcare
- Government affairs, procurement
Ready for business growth, but in need of legal guidance?