Articles by Keith Berk

Keith Berk represents larger-sized closely held businesses and their owners in mergers and acquisitions and as outside general counsel. He is well-known as a facilitator for middle-market "deals," implementing a wide range of tax-advantaged capital structures, shareholder and family-ownership structures, and private-equity structures to enhance growth and to provide exit strategies.

As outside general counsel, Keith advises on strategies that help businesses attract and retain key management, minimize risk and maximize opportunities for long-term growth.

He has also assisted numerous family-owned businesses with generational succession planning and creative family dispute resolutions. He was named a "Leading Lawyer" in 2023 and 2025 for Closely and Privately Held Business Law by Leading Lawyers magazine. Keith was recognized as one of its "Notable M&A Dealmakers" in 2025 by Crain's Chicago Business.

Website: ktslaw.com | LinkedIn

Latest articles by Keith Berk

Father and Son in Front of Family Business

Why Business Owners Need Combined Estate and Succession Plans

Integrated estate and succession plans ensure a much better outcome for business owners keen to secure their legacy. Here's why a dual approach is so powerful.