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Effective November 1, 2025, Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. (ORBA) has joined Citrin Cooperman. This is a strategic step forward, allowing us to offer an expanded range of services, deeper expertise, and enhanced resources all while maintaining the personalized approach that has been the hallmark of our firm. We are very excited about joining Citrin Cooperman and look forward to providing our clients with even more comprehensive services in the months and years to come.

Whether you have a grand passion for philanthropy or simply want to support a few carefully chosen charities, strategic giving can yield both social impact and tax benefits for higher-net-worth individuals. Thoughtful planning enables donors to maximize their charitable contributions while reducing tax liabilities and preserving wealth. This blog includes five methods to consider.

5 Tax-Smart Charitable Giving Strategies Whether you have a grand passion for philanthropy or simply want to support a few carefully chosen charities, strategic giving can yield both social

At first glance, the benefits that come with an S corporation structure may make it seem optimal for holding real estate. That is not always the case, though. Read the full blog to learn what you need to know before you go that route.

Understanding the Limitations to Holding Real Estate in an S Corp At first glance, the benefits that come with an S corporation structure may make it seem optimal for holding real estate. That is not always the case,

This Diwali, we celebrate the light that shines through collaboration, resilience, and shared purpose. Wishing our clients, colleagues, and community a joyful and prosperous Festival of Lights.

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day from your friends at ORBA!

Manufacturers have to manage a variety of risks, including equipment breakdowns, supply chain disruptions, regulatory changes, product liability and others. Plus, as manufacturers increasingly adopt the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence and other cutting-edge technologies, they are exposed to new risks, such as cybersecurity risks. Commercial insurance policies can be costly and may not cover all the novel risks manufacturers face today. One potential solution for reducing costs and filling coverage gaps is group captive insurance.

Group Captives Can Reduce Insurance Costs for Manufacturers Manufacturers have to manage a variety of risks, including equipment breakdowns, supply chain disruptions, regulatory changes, product liability and

Please join us in celebrating World Mental Health Day!

Please join us next Thursday for the Chicago Smart Business Dealmakers Conference, where our Senior Manager of Transaction Advisory Services, Luca Pescarini, will be co-hosting the panel Buy & Build: Mastering the Art of Roll-Up Strategies.

You can use the link and code below for $250 off your ticket:
Code: ORBA250
https://www.smartbusinessdealmakers.com/chicago/event/event-registration?

On June 6, 2025, a federal district court judge approved a landmark settlement in the class action lawsuit known as House vs. NCAA, bringing an end to the amateurism model in college athletics. According to the judge, the settlement is expected to open the door for Division I student-athletes to receive about $1.6 billion in new compensation and benefits per year, with that amount increasing over the settlement’s 10-year term.

The approval, however, does not conclude the litigation — several appeals already have been filed. Read on to learn about the settlement’s provisions and the impact of the appeals.

The NCAA Settlement: What’s Next? On June 6, 2025, a federal district court judge approved a landmark settlement in the class action lawsuit known as House vs. NCAA, bringing an end to the