Atty. Michael E. Reed

Atty. Michael E. Reed

Michael E. Reed is a lawyer practicing employment agreements, public finance & tax exempt finance, antitrust and trade regulation and 8 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 58 Years Experience 58 year
Call (312) 535-4941

Profile Summary

About Michael E. Reed at a glance

Michael E. Reed is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on employment, business, tax, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1968). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1968) and Kenyon College (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations American Health Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael E. Reed is a lawyer practicing employment agreements, public finance & tax exempt finance, antitrust and trade regulation and 8 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Michael practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael E. Reed's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael E. Reed is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael E. Reed is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael E. Reed is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael E. Reed is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Michael E. Reed is one of 59,895 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Illinois →

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 Michael E. Reed

Where is Michael E. Reed's law office located?
Michael E. Reed's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael E. Reed handle?
Michael E. Reed focuses on employment, business, tax, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael E. Reed practiced law?
Michael E. Reed has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Michael E. Reed go to law school?
Michael E. Reed earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Michael E. Reed for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael E. Reed received?
Michael E. Reed's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1968
B.A.
Kenyon College
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1968

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