Main Street Advocates
Our mission is simple. Take on big business. Fight against government overreach. Protect Main Street Legacies. Empower entrepreneurs to thrive in fair and competitive markets.
Our Services
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We take on corporations that break contracts, use fraud to gain advantage, or sabotage small business. If a competitor is interfering with your customers, vendors, or reputation, we bring legal action to stop it.
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Your intellectual property is the foundation of your business. When others steal, copy, or misuse your brand, content, or trade secrets, we take action. Whether a competitor is using your name, copying your work, or misappropriating confidential information, we fight to stop the infringement and recover damages.
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Whether your small business is being sued in a business dispute, intellectual property dispute, or non-compete dispute, we provide aggressive legal defense to protect your rights and minimize risk.
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Our transaction services ensure that Main Street businesses are set up for success at every stage of their growth. From forming entities and negotiating contracts to handling mergers, acquisitions, and commercial real estate deals, we guide entrepreneurs and business owners through complex transactions with precision and care.
Meet Chris
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My mission is simple. Take on Big Business, fight against government overreach, protect Main Street legacies, and empower entrepreneurs to thrive in fair and competitive markets.
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Chris is an award-winning attorney, who founded Reel: Main Street Legal Counsel to provide small businesses with the same high-quality legal support often reserved for big corporations. A 3x recipient of the Super Lawyers Rising Star designation (a designation reserved for 2.5% of a state’s attorneys) and being named to the Ohio Lawyers of Distinction, Chris has become a highly sought after advocate for Main Street businesses throughout the country.
As the son of a Main Street entrepreneur, Chris understands the unique challenges small business owners face and is passionate about helping them protect and grow their business, brand, ideas, and futures.
With extensive experience in intellectual property law, business law, and litigation, Chris combines big-firm versatility with personal touch and creativity. Whether safeguarding intellectual property, negotiating a key transaction, or resolving disputes, Chris is committed to empowering Main Street businesses to thrive in the New Economy.
Some of Notable Chris’ results include:
Unanimous $1 million+ jury verdict in favor of small business client for breach of contract claims.
Successfully defended small business client against multi-million dollar breach of contract and fraud claims resulting in a net-zero liability.
Negotiated co-existence agreement between small instrument manufacturer client and one of the largest instrument manufacturers in the world.
Successfully obtained motion for summary judgment on breach of contract dispute for small business client.
Negotiated $0 payout settlement for emerging e-commerce client accused by international brand of trade dress infringement.
Successfully stopped the continued infringement of small martial art client's trademark by nationally renowned martial arts company.
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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