Atty. Christopher R. Smith
Christopher R. Smith is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, personal injury.
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Christopher R. Smith is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Smith, Johnson & Antholt, LLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1989) and Boston College (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Christopher R. Smith is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, personal injury
- Christopher received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Christopher practices at Smith, Johnson & Antholt, LLC in Chicago, IL
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Christopher R. Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Christopher R. Smith is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Christopher R. Smith is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →
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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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