03.22.22
Is ALSP Outsourcing Right for Your Firm?
To the chagrin of some law firms, alternative legal service providers (ALSPs) have become an important and growing player in the legal industry landscape. According to a recent report, the overall market for ALSPs grew by about $5 billion between 2015 and 2019, reaching almost $14 billion. Nearly 80% of law firms and 71% of […]

02.11.22
Ephemeral Messaging and E-Discovery: To Preserve or Not To Preserve?
The conversations we have with others over the phone, in the lunchroom or someone’s office are all considered to be ephemeral. There is typically no trace of those conversations. Someone might attest to the fact that it happened, but unless it was recorded, it is gone. Some messaging apps for mobile devices offer features similar […]

01.25.22
Client Intake: The Importance of Quality Over Quantity
Want to improve profitability, reduce stress and preempt malpractice lawsuits and billing-related disputes? Drop uncooperative or slow-paying clients and use a formal client selection process to avoid taking on new ones. How do existing clients rate? Begin refocusing on client quality by reviewing all existing clients to determine whether any of them are weighing you […]

05.19.22
Law Firm Group Newsletter – Spring 2022
ORBA's Law Firm Group's Spring 2022 Newsletter discusses the findings of the 2022 Report on the State of the Legal Market and highlights ten ways law firms can assess collections processes.

01.31.22
Law Firm Group Newsletter – Winter 2022
ORBA's Law Firm Group's Winter 2022 Newsletter examines how electronic payments can often improve collections and discusses why a risk-based approach may help firms reduce the odds of falling prey to complex money laundering schemes. A short sidebar highlights a “practical” approach to identifying and assessing money laundering risk for smaller firms and solo practitioners.

10.27.21
Law Firm Group Newsletter – Fall 2021
ORBA's Law Firm Group's Fall 2021 Newsletter highlights the pros and cons that law firms should weigh before making a so-called “hybrid” work environment part of their firm’s new normal and evaluates whether remote document review is here to stay.

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.

04.28.22
ORBA Wins 2022 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award
ORBA, one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to announce that it has earned the 2022 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation and Leadership.

04.04.22
ORBA’s Stephanie Zaleski-Braatz Named Chair of Illinois CPA Society’s Young Leaders Advisory Council
ORBA, one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is proud to announce that  Stephanie Zaleski-Braatz, CPA has been named Chair of the Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS) Young Leaders Council (YLAC). She will serve in this role for a two-year term through March 31, 2024.

03.09.22
ORBA Named to Accounting Today’s 2022 “Beyond the Top 100: Firms To Watch”
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 2022. The firm is also ranked among the top 25 firms in the Great Lakes Region.

05.18.22
New Tax Reporting Requirements for Payment Apps Could Affect You
If you run a business and accept payments through third-party networks such as Zelle, Venmo, Square or PayPal, you could be affected by new tax reporting requirements that take effect for 2022. They do not alter your tax liability, but they could add to your recordkeeping burden, as well as the number of tax-related documents that you receive every January in anticipation of tax-filing season.

05.12.22
After Tax Day: Take These Action Steps
The April tax filing deadline has passed, but that does not mean you should push your taxes out of your mind. If you filed an extension, you should gather your remaining tax information sooner rather than later. Here are three other tax-related actions that you should consider taking in the near term.

03.17.22
EIDL Borrowers Receive Additional Six-Month Deferment
On March 15, 2022, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced an additional six-month deferment of principal and interest payments for existing loans made under the COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.

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. 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.

01.10.19
Various Media – ORBA Launches ORBA Wealth Advisors
ORBA was mentioned in the media for its announcement of the launch of ORBA Wealth Advisors, LLC. Reporting media include Wealth Adviser, Verdict, Yahoo! Finance, the Daily Herald and Merril Edge. View the official press release.

04.28.22
ORBA Wins 2022 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award
ORBA, one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to announce that it has earned the 2022 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation and Leadership.

03.09.22
ORBA Named to Accounting Today’s 2022 “Beyond the Top 100: Firms To Watch”
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 2022. The firm is also ranked among the top 25 firms in the Great Lakes Region.

02.04.22
ORBA Appoints Chief Operating Officer
ORBA, one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to announce the appointment of Markus Richter as Chief Operating Officer. He brings more than ten years of experience helping professional service firms execute growth and strategic plans, develop and manage performance models, business operations and human capital needs.