Christopher Novak

Christopher Novak is an Illinois business lawyer at Buikema & Keune, LLC, where he has worked since 2015. He advises companies on corporate transactions, contracts, regulatory compliance, commercial disputes, and real estate matters. He combines transactional guidance with substantial litigation experience, helping clients address legal concerns before and after disputes arise. He focuses on clear communication, practical solutions, and strategies aligned with each client’s operational and financial goals.

Christopher earned a B.A. from Valparaiso University and a J.D. from IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law. He is admitted to practice in Illinois, before the US Supreme Court, and before the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. His federal admissions include the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. He belongs to the Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, and Bohemian Lawyers’ Association of Chicago.

Christopher includes mergers and acquisitions, contract drafting and review, and governmental compliance in his corporate practice. He helps business owners evaluate transaction terms, understand contractual obligations, reduce legal risk, and complete important commercial decisions. His litigation work covers responses to lawsuits and subpoenas, coordination of case strategy, settlement negotiations, and dispute resolution. He draws on extensive commercial litigation experience when advising clients through conflicts that could affect business operations, finances, or professional relationships.

Christopher Novak assists clients with commercial and residential real estate transactions involving important property and business interests. He previously served as president of the Bohemian Lawyers’ Association of Chicago and chaired the Chicago Bar Association’s Commercial Litigation Committee. His leadership reflects an active commitment to the legal profession and business law community. He provides focused support throughout negotiations, transactions, litigation, and dispute resolution. His balanced experience helps clients understand available options and respond confidently to legal challenges. He pursues outcomes supporting immediate priorities and sustainable long-term plans for continued business growth.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate Attorney, Buikema & Keune, LLC
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Former Chair, Chicago Bar Association, Commercial Litigation Committee
• Former President, Bohemian Lawyers’ Association of Chicago

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Valparaiso University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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