Atty. David Robert Reed

Atty. David Robert Reed

David Robert Reed is a lawyer practicing products liability law, manufacturers liability, products liability defense and 3 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About David Robert Reed at a glance

David Robert Reed is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1984). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1979) and Columbia University (A.B., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American (Member, Tort and Insurance Practice and Litigation Sections) Bar Associations Defense Research Institute (Member, Product Liability and Excess and Reinsurance Committees) Trial Lawyer's Club of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Robert Reed is a lawyer practicing products liability law, manufacturers liability, products liability defense and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Robert Reed's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Robert Reed handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 andnue, 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 David Robert Reed

Where is David Robert Reed's law office located?
David Robert Reed's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Robert Reed handle?
David Robert Reed focuses on business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Robert Reed practiced law?
David Robert Reed has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Robert Reed go to law school?
David Robert Reed earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1976).
How can I contact David Robert Reed for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Robert Reed received?
David Robert Reed's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1979
A.B.
Columbia University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2004

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