Atty. Gregory John Smith

Atty. Gregory John Smith

Gregory John Smith is a lawyer practicing patent infringement litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation. Gregory received a B.S.E.E. degree from Kettering University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Gregory John Smith at a glance

Gregory John Smith is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Competition Law Group LLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1989), Illinois (1990), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar registered to practice before (1990). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1989) and Kettering University (B.S.E.E., 1986). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gregory John Smith is a lawyer practicing patent infringement litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation
  • Gregory received a B.S.E.E. degree from Kettering University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Gregory practices at Competition Law Group LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Gregory John Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory John Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gregory John Smith

Where is Gregory John Smith's law office located?
Gregory John Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Competition Law Group LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gregory John Smith handle?
Gregory John Smith focuses on patent, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Gregory John Smith practiced law?
Gregory John Smith has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Gregory John Smith go to law school?
Gregory John Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S.E.E., 1986).
How can I contact Gregory John Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1989
B.S.E.E.
Kettering University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1989
Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar registered to practice before
Admitted: 1990

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