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This research guide provides an overview of resources available through the Louis L. Biro Law Library at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law on the various forms of business entities: corporations (for-profit and non-profit), partnerships, and limited liability companies (LLCs). 

Understanding the legal structure of a business is crucial for entrepreneurs, investors, and legal professionals alike. This guide will assist in navigating the complexities of business law by providing access to a wide range of resources, including:

• Legal Statutes and Regulations: Locate relevant state and federal statutes, regulations, and case law governing business entities.
• Formative Documents: Find sample articles of incorporation, bylaws, operating agreements, and other essential documents for establishing and governing different business structures.
• Scholarly Articles and Books: Explore in-depth analyses of legal and business issues related to entity formation, governance, taxation, and liability.
• Practical Guides and Treatises: Access practical guidance on forming, operating, and managing various business entities.

This guide provides information on both print and electronic resources. 

• Print Resources: Locations within the library and call numbers are provided for print materials.
• Electronic Resources: Where possible, direct links are provided to online resources.

• UIC Law Network ID and Password: Current UIC Law students, staff, and faculty can access many electronic resources with their UIC Law network ID and password.
• Individual User Accounts: Some resources, such as Westlaw and Lexis, require individual user accounts and passwords.

For assistance with legal research questions, research strategies, print research, or legal databases questions, contact the UIC Law reference librarians via law-library@uic.edu or "Make an Appointment" via the online scheduler. Please book your appointment 48 business hours in advance. Alternatively, you can stop by the reference desk for immediate help with a quick research question.