The Lakeside Community Committee, founded in 1964, is a 60+ year old child and family advocacy organization based in Chicago’s Greater Grand Crossing Neighborhood. I’ve been on their board of directors and their attorney for 16 years. I’ve been their board of directors’ vice chair for around seven years.

Recently, I was elected their board chair, replacing longtime board chair (two decades) Josephine Glover. Our agency works with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services to provide foster parenting, adoption and shelter services for our state’s children.

I’m excited to assume this role and support our agency’s amazing staff who are among the best trained and educated child care staff in the nation.

 

Also, thanks to new client Le Sud Mediterranean Kitchen in Chicago’s Roscoe Village for my newest five star client testimonial below. This is my 23rd five star Google rating out of 23 total ratings. All Google testimonials are here.

Since opening in 2018, Le Sud has become a beloved neighborhood destination. It’s proud to be recognized among the best new restaurants, best al fresco dining, and best neighborhood restaurants in the city. In 2025, they were honored with the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneurial Award.

Here’s their testimonial:

Sandy Chen

Local Guide • 5 reviews • 43 photos

Working with Chuck as my employer-side employment lawyer was incredibly reassuring during a stressful and high-stakes situation. He took the time to understand my business, explained every step in plain language, and made sure I felt supported and informed throughout the process. His professionalism, attention to detail, and steady guidance helped me reach a resolution that protected my company and gave me real peace of mind. I would confidently recommend him to any employer in need of trusted legal counsel.