About Stuart
Stuart A — Reid is a seasoned family law attorney and mediator based in Deerfield, Illinois. He has been practicing law in Illinois since 1997, focusing primarily on family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and spousal support. His firm, the Law Offices of Stuart A. Reid P.C., is located at 1020 North Milwaukee Avenue, Suite 270, Deerfield, IL 60015. Mr. Reid earned his Juris Doctor with High Honors from the University of Iowa College of Law in 1997. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Arts at the University of Iowa in 1992.
After law school, he joined Schiller, DuCanto & Fleck, the nation's largest family law firm, where he handled many family law cases, from straightforward child support adjustments to complex, multi-million dollar divorce trials. In April 2004, he established his own practice, the Law Offices of Stuart A. Reid P.C., in Lake Forest, Illinois, and later moved to Deerfield in 2009 to better serve clients in Lake, Cook, McHenry, and DuPage Counties. Throughout his career, Mr. Reid has been recognized for his expertise in family law. He became one of the first family law attorneys in Illinois to achieve the designation of Certified Financial Litigator in 2019. This certification shows his proficiency in handling complex financial aspects of family law cases, including executive compensation, business valuations, and unreported income.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Reid is actively involved in professional organizations. He is a member of both the Lake County Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association. Within the Lake County Bar Association, he has served on the Executive Board as both Secretary and Treasurer. He has also been a member of the Illinois State Bar Association's Young Lawyers Council and the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section. Mr. Reid's commitment to the community extends beyond his professional affiliations.
He has served on the board of the Chicago Fire Foundation and the Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association. He has also been involved with the Lake County Campaign for Legal Services and People for a Safer Society, where he served on the Board of Directors and as Legislative Liaison. In 2022, he founded the Illinois Alliance to Prevent Gun Violence, reflecting his dedication to public service and social issues. Clients commend Mr. Reid for his compassionate and effective representation. He is known for his determination and creativity in resolving family law disputes, ensuring that each client receives personalized attention. His firm offers a range of services, including mediation, spousal support, and prenuptial agreements, aiming to help families transition to a more stable and peaceful future.
