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Austermuehle Law is a focused practice. I take the kinds of cases I have handled for more than fifteen years — disputes among business owners, fights over restrictive covenants and confidential information, commercial contract litigation, franchise matters, and contested estates and trusts — and I handle them personally.
Shareholder & Partnership Disputes
Business divorce, minority oppression, LLC member disputes, squeeze-outs, and fiduciary duty claims in closely held companies.
Learn moreNon-Competes & Restrictive Covenants
Enforcement and defense of non-competition, non-solicitation, and confidentiality agreements under Illinois law.
Learn moreTrade Secret Litigation
Claims and defenses under the Illinois Trade Secrets Act and the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act.
Learn moreEmergency Litigation, TROs & Injunctions
Temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions when the harm cannot wait for an ordinary lawsuit.
Learn moreBreach of Contract & Commercial Litigation
Contract and business tort disputes in Illinois state and federal courts, from demand letter through trial and appeal.
Learn moreFranchise Litigation & Counseling
Disputes between franchisees and franchisors — and practical guidance before you sign, renew, or exit.
Learn moreEstate & Trust Litigation
Will contests, trust disputes, undue influence claims, and litigation against unfaithful executors and trustees.
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