Who are we?

TEIL Firms, LLC is a full-suite business law firm located inthe Chicagoland area serving both startup companies ready to launch and established businesses seeking to grow, scale, and expand through global trade.

With 26 years of legal practice and over 16 years of guiding clients internationally, we provide trusted counsel in contracts, intellectual property (trademarks, patents, and copyrights), and international trade compliance — helping companies confidently import, export, and compete worldwide.

Chicagoland

Intellectual Property

Your business runs on ideas — your processes, models, images, writings, and designs are what set you apart. At TEIL Firms, we make sure those ideas are protected across borders with comprehensive international intellectual property strategy. With over 26 years of legal experience and clients in technology, food, and transportation industries worldwide, we provide the most up-to-date guidance in trademarks, patents, and copyrights so your business can grow with confidence.

corporate contracts

Every business runs on contracts — and every clause matters. At TEIL Firms, we draft and review agreements daily to ensure clarity, precision, and protection. Whether you’re a startup or a growing enterprise, we safeguard your deals so you can move forward with confidence

international Trade compliance

Businesses importing or exporting across borders face constant decisions in logistics, sales, and finance — and every contract matters. TEIL Firms is an international trade law firm with over 16 years of global experience, helping companies navigate contracts, compliance, and cross-border challenges with confidence.

Our team

The Evans International Law Firms (TEIL Firms) was founded in 2009 by Attorney Demitrus Evans to make the lives of business owners easier and remove the guesswork from every stage of growth. Headquartered in Chicagoland, TEIL Firms practices both domestic and international business law with a focus on contracts, intellectual property, and international trade compliance.

Our team reflects the diverse communities we serve. With attorneys and associates spanning three countries and ties to networks across the globe, we bring a unique perspective to every matter. Our professionals speak Spanish, French, and Arabic, and have partnered with SMBs and international enterprises in industries ranging from technology and food to transportation and global trade.

With experience across four countries and a combined 40 years of practice, TEIL Firms helps businesses:

• Form and structure entities for optimal growth

• Protect patents, trademarks, and copyrights worldwide

• Draft and review contracts, letters of credit, and negotiations

• Navigate litigation, tariffs, and cross-border compliance

At TEIL Firms, your business’s protection is our highest priority. We deliver legal services with professionalism, cultural insight, and a worldwide network that position your company to succeed locally and globally.

Business Startup Package

• Business Plan set Up

• Corporate Structuring

• Corporate Book set-up

• Bylaws/Operating Agreements

• Contracts Drafted

Intellectual property package

• Trademark Search

• Trademark Filing

• Copyright Filing

Merger & Acquisition package

• Merger Contract

• Due Diligence Search

• State & Federal Filing

• Negotiations

Importing Package

• Sales Contract

• Transportation Agreements

• Escrow Services

• 6 Month review

corporate expansion package

• Real Estate Contract Review

• Acquisition Agreement

• Corporate Filing

1 Hour Private business consultation

1 Hour Private Business Consultation with counsel to discuss business law, package purchase or any other legal concern.