Atty. Brittany A. Smith

Atty. Brittany A. Smith

Brittany A. Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, life sciences litigation.

Chicago Chicago 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

About Brittany A. Smith at a glance

Brittany A. Smith is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2011). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 2011) and Elmhurst College (B.S., 2008). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brittany A. Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, life sciences litigation
  • Brittany A. received a B.S. degree from Elmhurst College in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Brittany A. practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brittany A. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Brittany A. Smith

Where is Brittany A. Smith's law office located?
Brittany A. Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brittany A. Smith handle?
Brittany A. Smith focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brittany A. Smith practiced law?
Brittany A. Smith has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Brittany A. Smith go to law school?
Brittany A. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.S., 2008).
How can I contact Brittany A. Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 2011
B.S.
Elmhurst College
- 2008

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2011

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