Buchanan Adds Corporate Shareholder in Chicago

CHICAGO (January 2026) - Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney continues the strategic expansion of its corporate section with Nathan Howze. He is a shareholder in the firm’s Chicago office. 

“We continue to be focused on meaningful growth for our corporate practice, with our Chicago office playing an important role in that expansion,” said Jennifer Minter, Executive Shareholder and corporate section chair. “Nathan is a significant addition to our bench who will add value for our clients across the firm’s national platform.” 

Howze focuses his corporate law practice on guiding clients through mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt financings, joint ventures, entity formation and corporate governance, and other business matters. He serves as an outside counsel to clients in a diverse range of industries, including technology/AI, food and beverage, life sciences, real estate and cannabis. 

“Joining Buchanan’s Chicago office is an exciting opportunity for me,” said Howze. “With Buchanan’s full-service approach and national platform, my clients will benefit from efficient services and enhanced value.” 

Howze is recognized by the legal industry and his peers as a leader. He was named among the National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 in Illinois in 2022. He has been recognized since 2022 as a The Best Lawyers in America Ones to Watch in the practice area of Corporate Law. Additionally, he has been named a Rising Star by Illinois Super Lawyers in 2024 and 2025. In 2024, he was honored by the Cook County Bar Association with its Next Generation Award, and by Law Bulletin Media’s Emerging Lawyers award in the categories of Cannabis Law, Closely & Privately Held Business Law, Mergers & Acquisitions Law and Securities & Venture Law.