Stuart A. Reid

Stuart A. Reid is an experienced family law attorney and mediator in the Law Offices of Stuart A. Reid, P.C., based in Deerfield, Illinois. His practice focuses on all aspects of family law, including divorce and dissolution of marriage, child custody and support, spousal maintenance, allocation of college expenses, and complex financial litigation. He is recognized for handling cases involving executive compensation, business valuations, unreported income, domestic violence and parentage matters, providing clients with skilled representation in high-stakes family law disputes.

After graduating with high honors from The University of Iowa College of Law in 1997, Mr. Reid began his career at one of the nation’s largest family law firms. During this time, he handled hundreds of matters ranging from routine post-decree adjustments to multimillion-dollar divorce trials. In 2004, he established the Law Offices of Stuart A. Reid, P.C., aiming to offer high-quality legal services while expanding mediation and collaborative law options for his clients.

In 2019, Mr. Reid earned the designation of Certified Financial Litigator, becoming one of the first family law attorneys in Illinois to receive this recognition, further strengthening his proficiency in complex matrimonial financial litigation.

Mr. Reid is also a frequent lecturer on family law topics such as college expense allocation, the use of Section 529 accounts in divorce planning, motion practice and stepparent visitation rights. His commitment to sharing knowledge demonstrates his dedication to advancing family law practice and supporting both colleagues and clients with informed guidance.

Mr. Reid is an active member of the Lake County Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association, having served as secretary and treasurer of the Lake County Bar Association Executive Board. Admitted to practice in Illinois and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Mr. Reid remains committed to maintaining cutting-edge legal knowledge and best practices, ensuring his clients receive thorough, effective and compassionate representation.