Donald Walter Reid

Guiding the Law Office of Donald W. Reid in Riverside, California, is the accomplished attorney Donald Walter Reid, whose practice is dedicated to Chapter 11 reorganizations and bankruptcy litigation. A board-certified specialist in bankruptcy law by The State Bar of California, he provides his clients with a distinctive perspective, drawing from his three-year tenure as a law clerk to nine bankruptcy judges. This invaluable experience allowed him to work closely with the judiciary, gaining insights that shape his effective case strategies.

Mr. Reid is renowned for his strategic and outcome-driven approach. He has led as chair of the Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section of the Orange County Bar Association and actively contributes as a member of the Board of Directors for the Inland Empire Bankruptcy Forum. His thought-provoking piece, "A Trustee's Guide to Unveiling the Debtor's Corporate Veil," was featured on the cover of the American Bankruptcy Trustee Journal's Winter 2017 edition.

Since transitioning to private practice in 2014, Mr. Reid has adeptly represented debtors, creditors and bankruptcy trustees, as well as engaged in complex bankruptcy litigation and appeals. His remarkable achievements have been celebrated with his inclusion in the Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch List for 2021, 2022 and 2023, alongside a “Superb” rating on Avvo.

A true professional in his field, Mr. Reid earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon School of Law in 2011, where he distinguished himself as managing editor for the Oregon Law Review. He has been licensed in California since 2011. Prior to his legal studies, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science from California Lutheran University, awarded in 2006.

Donald Walter Reid is a debt relief agent. He helps people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.