
Nathan Benjamin Galer, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and General
PartneratMayer Brown Llp
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 2005.
- 21+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Nathan Benjamin Galer is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Nathan has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Business · Energy · General
- Handles Business, Energy, and General matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nathan Benjamin Galer: Nathan Benjamin Galer is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Nathan has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nathan takes on
Nathan concentrates on business, energy, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Nathan takes business matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nathan agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Chicago, Illinois
Nathan takes energy matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nathan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Nathan takes general matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nathan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nathan Benjamin Galer — business lawyer in Chicago
Nathan Benjamin Galer is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Nathan has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.
Nathan Benjamin Galer is a lawyer practicing banking & finance, emerging markets, projects and 12 other areas of law. Nathan received a degree from Georgetown University, Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Nathan practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL.
How Nathan handles business matters
Nathan Benjamin Galer is a lawyer practicing banking & finance, emerging markets, projects and 12 other areas of law. Nathan received a degree from Georgetown University, Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Nathan practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Nathan represents
Nathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and general matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 2005
Georgetown University, Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service
B.S.F.S. Georgetown · 2002
Jurisdictions
Nathan's state bar admissions
New York
2013 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2005 · ACTIVE
Nathan studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.S.F.S. Georgetown in Georgetown University, Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service.
Law school and academic background
Nathan completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.S.F.S. Georgetown in Georgetown University, Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nathan runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Nathan Benjamin Galer's office in Chicago
Nathan's primary office is at 71 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nathan Benjamin Galer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nathan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nathan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nathan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Nathan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Nathan
Nathan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Nathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nathan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nathan Benjamin Galer
How much does it cost to hire Nathan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nathan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nathan offer a free consultation?
Nathan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nathan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Nathan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Nathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nathan take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Nathan is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nathan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Nathan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Nathan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nathan accepting new business clients right now?
Nathan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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