06.30.20
“My Conference Was Cancelled; Now What?” How to Salvage Missing a Networking Opportunity
Okay, you planned to go to an industry conference to do some much-needed networking. You had high hopes of meeting new people, securing some leads for exciting work and establishing yourself as a thought leader in the industry. Unfortunately, the Coronavirus got in your way. The conference was cancelled, and you missed out on valuable […]

05.19.20
State of the Legal Industry Market: A New Legal Model is Emerging
After several decades of operating on an essentially law firm-centric model, a new model appears to be emerging in the legal services industry. While noting incremental improvements in 2019 financial performance, the 2020 Report on the State of the Legal Market from the Legal Executive Institute (LEI) serves as a warning that law firms will […]

02.18.20
Get Smart: Law Firms are Getting Ahead by Harnessing Relationship Intelligence
Bringing in new business is the lifeblood of every law firm, but few attorneys enjoy the sales process. Firms that are harnessing relationship intelligence systems, however, have made the process easier and have given themselves a leg up on their competition. This blog focuses on some ways law firms are using relationship intelligence to create […]

07.15.20
Law Firm Group Newsletter – Summer 2020
Our Law Firm Group's Summer 2020 Newsletter provides steps law firms can consider for planning in a time of uncertainty and includes insight on portfolio pricing.

04.23.20
Law Firm Group Newsletter – Spring 2020
Our Law Firm Group's Spring 2020 Newsletter includes insight on how a firm’s response to a data breach will go a long way toward mitigating financial and reputational costs and looks at the importance of regularly cleaning and enhancing data.

01.31.20
Law Firm Group Newsletter – Winter 2020
ORBA's Law Firm Group's Winter 2020 Newsletter includes insight on understanding law firm valuations, as well as what law firms should know about cloud computing.

06.03.20
What You Need to Know About Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness
Join ORBA’s Frank L. Washelesky on Friday, May 29, for a complimentary webinar that will provide clarity on the PPP Loan Forgiveness rules. 

02.13.19
Tax Planning Considerations for New Law Firm Partners
Recently becoming a partner at your firm, or in the near future, is an exciting milestone in your professional life. With any leadership role comes a new set of responsibilities yet it’s surprising how few are prepared for the financial implications of such an undertaking. Now is the perfect time to consider your personal financial […]

08.05.15
ORBA and COSi Present: Tiger Teams – Empowering Your People to Accelerate Profitability
During this program, you'll roll up your sleeves, participate in interactive hands-on exercises and learn proven techniques that will be immediately useful. You will also receive expert one-on-one coaching so you can get started down the fastest path to building a more profitable and valuable high growth business.

04.13.20
ORBA Named to Accounting Today’s 2020 “Beyond the Top 100: Firms to Watch”
Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. (ORBA), one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, has been named as one of Accounting Today’s “Beyond the Top 100: Firms to Watch” for 2020.  

04.17.19
ORBA Announces Cloud CFO and Accounting Service Hires
Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. (ORBA), one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to welcome Carissa Coppola as an Associate in the Accounting Services Department, and Emily Cohen, Jason Dion and Joshua Trezek as Associates in the Cloud CFO Services Department

04.08.19
ORBA Appoints Chief Financial Officer
CHICAGO — Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. (ORBA), one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cara Sample, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer.

06.24.20
Paycheck Protection Program New Guidance Clarifies When to Apply for Forgiveness and Owner-Employee Limits
Borrowers that received PPP funds prior to June 5, 2020 have the option to use either a 24-week forgiveness period or an 8-week forgiveness period. On June 22, 2020, the SBA issued updated guidance that provides an additional option allowing a borrower to apply for forgiveness before the 24-week period ends.

06.19.20
Paycheck Protection Program Revised Forgiveness Applications
On June 17, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued updated guidance to reflect the Payroll Protection Flexibility Act.  The SBA also provided a revised PPP loan forgiveness application, Form 3508 and instructions, along with a simplified Form 3508 EZ and instructions for qualified borrowers.

06.08.20
Message from Managing Director Mark Thomson
Over the past two weeks, I have watched the many peaceful protests across the City of Chicago, our local communities and across the nation. People of all backgrounds are speaking out against the continuing injustice against people of color, specifically Black people.

04.08.19
Various Media – ORBA Appoints Chief Financial Officer
ORBA is mentioned in the media for announcing the appointment of Cara Sample, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer of the firm. Reporting media include Yahoo! Finance, Spoke, The Daily Herald, NewsBlaze, Star Tribune and ABC 7. Click here to view the official press release.

04.04.19
Various Media – ORBA Ranked Among 2019 ‘Top Firms to Watch’ by Accounting Today
ORBA is mentioned in the media for being ranked among the “Beyond the Top 100: Firms to Watch” list for 2019, as well being listed among the top 20 firms in the Great Lakes Region.

01.02.19
Various Media – Crain’s Business Ranks ORBA Among Chicago’s Largest Accounting Firms
ORBA was recently mentioned in the media for being ranked 18th out of the 25 largest accounting firms in Chicago, listed by Crain’s Chicago Business. Reporting media include MarketWatch, Pittsburgh Business Times, the Daily Herald, Daily Penny Alerts and Chicago City Room. Click here to view the official press release.

06.08.20
Message from Managing Director Mark Thomson
Over the past two weeks, I have watched the many peaceful protests across the City of Chicago, our local communities and across the nation. People of all backgrounds are speaking out against the continuing injustice against people of color, specifically Black people.

04.17.19
ORBA Announces Cloud CFO and Accounting Service Hires
Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. (ORBA), one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to welcome Carissa Coppola as an Associate in the Accounting Services Department, and Emily Cohen, Jason Dion and Joshua Trezek as Associates in the Cloud CFO Services Department

04.08.19
ORBA Appoints Chief Financial Officer
CHICAGO — Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. (ORBA), one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cara Sample, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer.