High-Stakes Advocacy
when your business needs it most.
Known for taking on sophisticated adversaries with precision and purpose.
Reel Legal Counsel is a boutique litigation practice founded by award-winning attorney Chris Reel. The practice represents entrepreneurs, investors, and companies in complex commercial, intellectual property, securities, and insurance matters.
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Representing businesses and individuals in a range of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, partnership conflicts, and various business torts (such as fraud). Matters are handled with a strategic, trial-focused approach designed to resolve complex issues efficiently and effectively.
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Protecting and enforcing intellectual property rights in trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters. The practice covers both prosecution and defense, with a focus on maintaining competitive positioning and resolving disputes with precision.
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Advising and representing investors in cases involving fraud, misrepresentation, and fiduciary breaches. These matters often arise in private placements, shareholder disputes, or investment schemes requiring careful legal and factual analysis.
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Assisting policyholders, particularly business owners, with claims involving denied or underpaid insurance coverage. Matters include business interruption, property damage, and other commercial claims where clear enforcement of policy terms is essential.
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Meet Attorney Chris Reel
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Every client we represent has something worth protecting. My role is to turn their story into a strategy, and make sure they are heard. Litigation isn’t just about the law. It’s about power, truth, and the courage to make wrong things right.
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Founding Attorney Chris Reel is a sought-after trial lawyer and trusted strategist for clients facing serious business threats. Known for his command of the courtroom and ability to distill complex matters into compelling narratives, Chris represents plaintiffs and select defendants in commercial litigation, intellectual property disputes, securities fraud cases, and insurance recovery actions.
Chris has earned a reputation for navigating legal battles where financial and reputational stakes are immense. His clients range from entrepreneurs and startups to established companies and defrauded investors, all unified by a need for relentless advocacy and sophisticated legal insight.
Whether in state or federal court, arbitration, or high-pressure negotiations, Chris brings clarity, composure, and competitive fire to every matter he handles. His approach blends deep legal analysis with persuasive advocacy, earning respect from clients, peers, and opposing counsel alike.
Chris is licensed in both Ohio and Florida.
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Chris is a top notch lawyer and we have been so fortunate to have him represent our company through its journey of operations. From contract reviews and looking out for our best interest, to litigation matters; Chris has remained a constant in providing quality service. We’ve worked with a handful of corporate lawyers that have extensive resumes, but cared little about building rapport with us as clients.
As a small, family-owned business, rapport is a must for us to collaborate together. Chris is the best of both worlds with his extensive resume as he brings attentiveness, professionalism, and is always available to answer our questions and service our company. His expertise and persistence has been a staple in our company’s success.
If you’re looking for a lawyer who truly cares about their clients, we wholeheartedly recommend Chris as your guy. Chris is the (Reel) deal!
Liz - N&W Excavating LLC
I cannot recommend Chris Reel highly enough! From the moment I reached out, his professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail were evident. Chris took the time to thoroughly understand my needs, walked me through every step of the intellectual property process, and provided clear, actionable guidance.
Chris has a unique ability to translate complex legal jargon into understandable terms, ensuring I felt confident and informed at all times. He worked tirelessly to protect my business and ideas, going above and beyond to deliver results that exceeded my expectations.
His responsiveness and genuine care for my success set him apart. I truly felt like more than just a client—I felt like a partner. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your intellectual property as passionately as you do, look no further than Chris Reel!
Thank you for everything.
Diane - Safe Harbor Peer Support Services
I am grateful to Chris Reel for his legal help in settling a business contract dispute. Chris understood the subtleties in the contract verbiage, worked diligently to represent me well, and delivered a successful outcome. He is articulate and has a unique ability to explain legalese to the layperson. I always felt like he heard my voice, understood my needs, and acted accordingly. I found Chris to be honest and straightforward, and so I trusted him to represent me fairly.
Chris was professional at all times, including in his demeanor with the other parties we worked with. Additionally, Chris is just a positive, pleasant person to be around.
I would without reservation recommend Chris Reel for legal counsel.
Mike - Main Street Entrepreneur