Irene F. Bahr

In 1987, after ten successful years as Chief Counsel to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, Irene F. Bahr established the Bahr Law Firm, which in 2019 became the Bahr Anderson Law Group, LLC. Our firm is one of the few firms in Illinois that concentrates its practice in advising and defending members of the Beverage Alcohol Industry, from the smallest mom and pop business, to large national and international companies who wish to sell, manufacture, or distribute alcohol anywhere throughout the State of Illinois.

Irene has a national reputation for handling these matters in Illinois. Whether you are buying an existing business or starting your own, licensing in the alcohol beverage industry can be a daunting task. She will be part of your team, leading you through the steps of local, state, and federal licensing to a successful conclusion and helping you avoid the pitfalls that can stop you from having a successful business.

If you need advice on trade practices, happy hours regulations, securing licenses, representation at violation hearings, manufacturing, distributing, or retailing in any location throughout Illinois, including the City of Chicago, Irene's extensive experience and working relationships aim to navigate you through these complex waters with ease. Her philosophy is simple: help clients avoid problems by doing it the right way.

• Liquor Licensing and Regulation
• Illinois Alcohol Manufacturer License Attorney
• Illinois Liquor Distributor License Attorney
• Illinois Liquor Retailer License Attorney
• Illinois Craft Liquor Manufacturer Licensing Lawyer

Illinois

Since 1977

Attorney

Private practice - Now known as Bahr Anderson, LLC.

1987 - Current

Chief Counsel

Illinois Liquor Control Commission

1977 - 1987

DePaul College of Law

J.D. (1977) | Law

1977

University of Illinois - Chicago

1973

Graduate Studies, Sociology - Non Degreed, 1971-1973

University of Illinois - Chicago

B.A.

1971

Honors: Honors in Liberal Arts and Sciences

Inspirational Woman Leader

DuPage Association of Women Lawyers

2013

Beacon of the Profession Award

Fellows of the Illinois Bar Foundation

2012

Influential Woman Award

DuPage Association of Women Lawyers

2006

Influential Women in Business Award

Business Leader

2004

Glass Ceiling Buster Award

DuPage Association of Women Lawyers

1999

State Bar of Illinois  # 0091588

Member

Current

Child Friendly Courts Foundation

President

Current

DuPage Association of Women Lawyers

Member

Current

National Association of Licensing and Compliance Professional

Member

Current

National Conference of State Liquor Administrators,

Member

Current