$ 350-400 per hour
Stuart A. Reid is an experienced family law attorney and mediator with offices in Deerfield, Illinois. From 1997 until April of 2004, Mr. Reid practiced family law with Schiller, DuCanto & Fleck, the nation’s largest family law firm. While with Schiller, DuCanto & Fleck, Mr. Reid handled hundreds of family law matters ranging from straightforward post-decree child support adjustments to complex, multi-million dollar divorce trials. In April of 2004, Mr. Reid opened The Law Offices of Stuart A. Reid in Lake Forest, Illinois, with the goal of continuing to provide high quality legal services to individuals involved in family law disputes while also developing the mediation and collaborative components of his practice. In May of 2009, The Law Offices of Stuart A. Reid, P.C. moved to an expanded facility in Deerfield, Illinois to better serve clients in Lake, Cook, McHenry and DuPage Counties.
Mr. Reid is a 1988 graduate of Glenbrook South High School in Glenview, Illinois, a 1992 graduate of the University of Iowa and, in 1997, graduated from the University of Iowa Law School with High Honors. Mr. Reid was on the staff of the Iowa Law Review.
Mr. Reid’s practice is focused in the area of Lake, Cook, McHenry and DuPage County family law matters including matrimonial law, divorce/dissolution of marriage, child support, child custody, visitation/parenting time disputes, spousal support/maintenance and allocation of college expenses. Mr. Reid has successfully litigated numerous cases involving complex executive compensation packages, analysis of unreported income, business valuations, domestic violence and parentage matters. Mr. Reid is a frequent lecturer on family law topics including motion practice, stepparent visitation rights and the utilization of Section 529 college savings accounts in marital settlement agreements.
Mr. Reid is a member of the Lake County and Illinois State Bar Associations. He has served on the Executive Board of the Lake County Bar Association as both Secretary and Treasurer. Mr. Reid moderated the 2001 Lake County Bar Association New Attorneys Seminar. Mr. Reid has also served on the Illinois State Bar Association Young Lawyers and Alternative Dispute Resolution Section Councils.
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$ 350-400 per hour
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1020 Milwaukee Ave., Suite 270, Deerfield, IL, 60015
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Posted by Jesus | September 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
One word to describe Stuart A Reid sevices " Outstanding " from beginning to end ,he always had my best interest as his number one priority, i was always updated ahead of time never caught by surprize on anything. Very respectfull and profetional and everything happened the way he said it would, His ...
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Stuart claimed that he was an "expert" with college expenses, but never supported this with facts. He claimed he "knew" opposing counsel and could handle it...but only ended up making a mess. He would tell you that he would put in "a couple hours" and bill for much more. He claims he "does not bil...
Posted by Jaqueline | December 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Reid and Kimberly are the best team I could have asked for they both were understanding answered all my questions, they had my interest as a top priority, my divorce took three months, they helped me thru the whole process making it easy to understand and made sure at the end I was satisfied with...
Posted by anonymous | August 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Sadly, I was hoping Mr. Reid was capable of a simple correction to a post decree order. Sadly, the only thing he was capable of is incurring costs and claiming inappropriate time on simple documents. My advice seek someone else who has a qualified staff that reads the documents they are provided.
Posted by BZ | May 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
No coincidence, Stuart knows how to earn every star -- and my experience with him tells me he delivers beyond five stars. Great attention to detail, phenomenal understanding of complex financials, does not try to be your psychologists and sticks to the facts, very honest and very sensitive to not spe...
"Stuart has a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of a divorce case. He is a strong advocate for his client, however, avoids creating unnecessary issues. I know that when I have a case against Stuart, he will keep the case moving toward resolution."
"I've known Stuart for many years. He is very knowledgeable and works hard to get the best possible results for his clients. I recommend him without hesitation"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had several cases against Stuart. He has a great reputation in both Lake and Cook counties. Stuart does great work for his clients and is always a formidable opponent."
"Stuart is an attorney you want fighting for your rights. He is dedicated to his clients and obtains the results that they want. I fully endorse Stuart, not just in words, but by referring him clients."
"Stuart is professional to the end. He is an excellent attorney who cares about his clients and handles each case efficiently and compassionately. He exercises wonderful attention to detail. Stuart has the ability to be a zealous advocate when necessary but also encourage settlement."
"I endorse Stuart. He is an excellent attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his client, yet maintains a professional and cordial attitude throughout the case."
"Stuart is an excellent attorney whose attention to detail is matched by his passion to fight for his clients."
"Stuart is a hardworking, intelligent and skilled lawyer. He is dedicated to obtaining the best possible results for his clients."
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2012
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2011
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2010
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1994
University of Iowa Law Scholar, University of Iowa College of Law
2004 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Stuart A. Reid, P.C.
1997 - 2004
Associate, Schiller Du Canto & Fleck
1997 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1992 - Present
Phi Beta KappaMember
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
The Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act: What It Is and Why You Should Care
2007
Discovery Disputes in Divorce Proceedings: Motions to Compel, Motions for Sanctions and Motions to Quash
2002
College Expenses: Using Section 529 Plans in Marital Settlement Agreements
2001
The Illinois Stepparent Visitation Statute
2000
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