Atty. Troy Derek Smith

Atty. Troy Derek Smith

Troy Derek Smith is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, business, commercial and 4 other areas of law. Troy received a M.S. degree from DePaul University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years.

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Profile Summary

About Troy Derek Smith at a glance

Troy Derek Smith is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2008). Educated at DePaul University (M.S. Computer, 2005) and Northwestern University School of Law J.D. cum laude Northwestern University School of Law J.D. 2008 Member Northwestern University School of Law J.D. Journal of Technology and Intellectual P (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Troy Derek Smith is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, business, commercial and 4 other areas of law
  • Troy received a M.S. degree from DePaul University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Troy practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Troy Derek Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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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 Troy Derek Smith

Where is Troy Derek Smith's law office located?
Troy Derek Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Troy Derek Smith handle?
Troy Derek Smith focuses on business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Troy Derek Smith practiced law?
Troy Derek Smith has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Troy Derek Smith go to law school?
Troy Derek Smith earned their education at (M.S. Computer, 2005); (—).
How can I contact Troy Derek Smith for a consultation?
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Education

M.S. Computer
DePaul University
- 2005
Northwestern University School of Law J.D. cum laude Northwestern University School of Law J.D. 2008 Member Northwestern University School of Law J.D. Journal of Technology and Intellectual P
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Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2008

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