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Your company is typically one of your most valuable assets, and having a close relationship with your bank is critical when it comes to making important financial decisions and driving growth.

While it’s a given that a career as an attorney demands expertise in the practice of law, the business side of the legal industry also requires a high level of savviness and should not be overlooked or viewed as secondary. The stakes are high when large sums of money are flowing in and out of a firm, with client fees and settlements coming in, and legal team payroll, case expenses, and firm overhead payments going out. It’s crucial for legal firms to have a trusted banking partner – one that knows the legal industry and its nuances and regulations – to guide and manage cash flow, particularly if they are a litigation law firm working with large settlements. 

As a business owner you are faced with numerous decisions each day that impact your bottom line, your employees and your clients. Whether you are just starting out, or you have an established mid-sized business, one of the most important choices you will make is the selection of a commercial banking partner that will help your business grow and mature. As you evaluate your options, think about what you value in a banking relationship. Are you seeking a true partner who can help guide your financial path? Is location important? What kinds of banking services are a priority for your business?

Check fraud continues to pose a significant threat to businesses of all sizes, and bad actors are getting more creative and aggressive. From check washing to email scams, these criminals have numerous tools to alter checks and it is imperative to have strategies in place to provide maximum protection.

If your business has not yet been a victim of fraud, there is a high probability it will. According to the 2023 AFP Payments Fraud and Control Survey Report, 65% of organizations experienced payment fraud attacks/attempts in 2022. This holds true for all companies regardless of size or type, from large corporations with deep pockets to the smallest, least-prepared nonprofits.

Signature Bank ranked #15 on Crain’s Chicago Business List of Largest Banks.  Signature Bank continues to focus exclusively on providing the best financial solutions with a relationship-based approach.

Rosemont, Illinois-based Signature Bank Chicago was founded in 2006 and is a privately owned commercial bank serving clients throughout the Midwest. Recent events within the banking industry have led to weakened financial positions and the failure of some banks. One of those closures occurred recently with a bank that has a name similar to ours – “Signature Bank New York”. Signature Bank Chicago is not affiliated with this bank in any way. Signature Bank Chicago is well-capitalized and positioned for success, coming off a record year in 2022. The most recent press release on our financial performance can be found at the link here.

There is much to look forward to as we enter our 18th year of serving our clients. As the dust settles on this current financial controversy, just know that Signature Bank Chicago continues our careful and deliberate approach to running our own business so that we can better serve yours! If economic conditions worsen and you have any concerns at all about Signature Bank Chicago or the health of the U.S. banking system, please call any one of our founders directly:

Mick O’Rourke: 773-575-4913
Bryan Duncan: 847-736-1117
Kevin Bastuga: 773-255-7834