Atty. Cory E. Baird

Atty. Cory E. Baird

Cory E. Baird is a lawyer practicing venture capital, insurance, bankruptcy / chapter 11 and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 16 Years Experience 16 year

Profile Summary

About Cory E. Baird at a glance

Cory E. Baird is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2010). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2010) and Michigan State University (B.A. Finance, 2007). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cory E. Baird is a lawyer practicing venture capital, insurance, bankruptcy / chapter 11 and 2 other areas of law
  • Cory received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Cory practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Cory E. Baird's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cory E. Baird handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Cory E. Baird is one of 5,320 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cory E. Baird

Where is Cory E. Baird's law office located?
Cory E. Baird's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cory E. Baird handle?
Cory E. Baird focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Cory E. Baird practiced law?
Cory E. Baird has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Cory E. Baird go to law school?
Cory E. Baird earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A. Finance, 2007).
How can I contact Cory E. Baird for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2010
B.A. Finance
Michigan State University
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2010

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