Atty. Reed Stuart Oslan
Reed Stuart Oslan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 11, venture capital, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Reed received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Bankruptcy Chapter 11 & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 39+ Years Experience
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About Reed Stuart Oslan at a Glance
Reed Stuart Oslan is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1987) and Illinois (1990). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Reed Stuart Oslan
- Reed Stuart Oslan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 11, venture capital, litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Reed received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Reed practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Reed Stuart Oslan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Reed Stuart Oslan 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.
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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.
Reed Stuart Oslan is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Chicago
Reed Stuart Oslan is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Reed Stuart Oslan
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 Reed Stuart Oslan's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Reed Stuart Oslan brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Indiana and Illinois, Reed Stuart Oslan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11, Reed Stuart Oslan 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 Reed Stuart Oslan 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 Reed Stuart Oslan Handles in Chicago
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