Reid E. McEllrath

4.7 (31 reviews )

Chicago Illinois United States

Commercial Litigation

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2021

312-862-2000 Website

About Reid

Reid E. McEllrath: Litigation Associate in Complex Commercial Litigation

Reid E. McEllrath is a litigation associate at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, based in Chicago, Illinois, USA. His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, and he has been recognized for his expertise in this field.

Practice Areas

Complex Commercial Litigation
Litigation Support & Advocacy Services
Mediation & Arbitration
Mergers & Acquisitions Disputes

Awards and Recognitions

Recognized: Commercial Litigation, Listed among Rising Stars (Business Litigation), Washington Super Lawyers®, from 2019 to the present.
Included in Best Lawyers for Commercial Litigation since 2021.

Firms

Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Chicago, Illinois, USA (Current)

Affiliations

Member of the American Bar Association.
Miami University - Master of Arts in International Studies (2015).
Duke University School of Law - Juris Doctorate degree (2018).

Languages

English

Clients are drawn to Reid E. McEllrath for his deep understanding of complex commercial litigation and his proven track record in handling high-stakes cases with precision and dedication.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Education

University of Washington

Professional Affiliations

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.7 / 5

31 Reviews

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Rosemarie Gutmann

Feb 02, 2026

Reliable lawyer you can count on - Reid E. McEllrath provided excellent service throughout

Needed help with Commercial Litigation law and Reid E. McEllrath delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good choice for anyone in Illinois looking for high-...

Kristie Balistreri

Feb 02, 2026

The absolute best in Chicago for Commercial Litigation law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

If you're looking for someone who actually cares and will fight for you, go to Reid E. McEllrath. They helped me out big time with my Commercial Litigation law issue and kept me informed at every step...

Sherri Becker

Feb 02, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at Reid E. McEllrath's legal practice

I've worked with a few lawyers in Chicago over the years, but Reid E. McEllrath stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I fel...

Brooke Torphy-Daniel

Feb 02, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by Reid E. McEllrath in Chicago

Solid experience overall with the law firm of Reid E. McEllrath. They know Commercial Litigation law inside and out and gave me great advice. Very helpful and got the job done exactly as they said the...

Ian Wyman

Feb 02, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Reid E. McEllrath's firm

Reid E. McEllrath has been doing this since 2021, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my legal matters in Illinois. Their expe...