Atty. Cory E. Baird
Cory E. Baird is a lawyer practicing venture capital, insurance, bankruptcy / chapter 11 and 2 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy Chapter 11 & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 16+ Years Experience
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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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cory E. Baird handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Cory E. Baird is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Cory E. Baird is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Chicago
Cory E. Baird is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Cory E. Baird
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Cory E. Baird's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Cory E. Baird brings 16+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11, Cory E. Baird can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Cory E. Baird attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Cory E. Baird Handles in Chicago
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