Atty. Dennis Brian Smith

Atty. Dennis Brian Smith

Dennis Brian Smith is a lawyer practicing school law, civil practice, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.

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About Dennis Brian Smith at a glance

Dennis Brian Smith is a Member based in Carbondale, Illinois, practicing at Feirich/Mager/Green/Ryan. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2005) and United States District Court - SD Illinois (2012). Educated at Southern Illinois University School of Law, Carbondale (J.D., 2005) and Southern Illinois University, Carbondale (B.A. Political, 2001). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association Jackson County (Illinois) Bar Association. Serands clients in Carbondale, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dennis Brian Smith is a lawyer practicing school law, civil practice, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Dennis received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Dennis practices at Feirich/Mager/Green/Ryan in Carbondale, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Dennis Brian Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Dennis Brian Smith is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Dennis Brian Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Dennis Brian Smith is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Illinois →

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 Carbondale 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 Dennis Brian Smith

Where is Dennis Brian Smith's law office located?
Dennis Brian Smith's law practice is located in Carbondale, Illinois. The firm is Feirich/Mager/Green/Ryan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dennis Brian Smith handle?
Dennis Brian Smith focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Dennis Brian Smith practiced law?
Dennis Brian Smith has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Dennis Brian Smith go to law school?
Dennis Brian Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Political, 2001).
How can I contact Dennis Brian Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Dennis Brian Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Dennis Brian Smith received?
Dennis Brian Smith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University School of Law, Carbondale
- 2005
B.A. Political
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
- 2001

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2005
United States District Court - SD Illinois
Admitted: 2012

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