Atty. Matthew A. Olins

Atty. Matthew A. Olins

Matthew Olins is chair of Gould & Ratner’s Business Reorganization and Creditors’ Rights Practice and is a member of the Corporate Practice. Matt practices in the areas of business reorganization, commercial finance, creditors’ rights, restructuring and insolvency.

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About Matthew A. Olins at a glance

Matthew A. Olins is a bankruptcy attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Gould & Ratner. Admitted to practice in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association. Educated at Washington University in St. Louis (J.D., 2001) and Kenyon College (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Olins is chair of Gould & Ratner’s Business Reorganization and Creditors’ Rights Practice and is a member of the Corporate Practice
  • Matt practices in the areas of business reorganization, commercial finance, creditors’ rights, restructuring and insolvency
  • Matt represents lenders, special servicers and various types of other creditors in loan workouts, business bankruptcy cases, commercial finance transactions, commercial foreclosures and litigation
  • He also represents businesses that are reorganizing or liquidating

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew A. Olins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew A. Olins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Matthew A. Olins

Where is Matthew A. Olins's law office located?
Matthew A. Olins's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Gould & Ratner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew A. Olins handle?
Matthew A. Olins focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Matthew A. Olins go to law school?
Matthew A. Olins earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A.).
How can I contact Matthew A. Olins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew A. Olins received?
Matthew A. Olins's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law.

Education

J.D.
Washington University in St. Louis
- 2001
B.A.
Kenyon College
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association

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