Atty. Diane Dickett Smart

Atty. Diane Dickett Smart

Diane Dickett Smart is a lawyer practicing workers compensation defense. Diane Dickett received a B.S. degree from DePaul University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Diane Dickett Smart at a glance

Diane Dickett Smart is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Wiedner & McAuliffe, Ltd.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985). Educated at University of Illinois Law School (J.D., 1985) and DePaul University (B.S. Business, 1982). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations Women's Bar Association Hellenic Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Diane Dickett Smart is a lawyer practicing workers compensation defense
  • Diane Dickett received a B.S. degree from DePaul University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Diane Dickett practices at Wiedner & McAuliffe, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Diane Dickett Smart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Diane Dickett Smart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

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

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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

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Where is Diane Dickett Smart's law office located?
Diane Dickett Smart's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Wiedner & McAuliffe, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Diane Dickett Smart handle?
Diane Dickett Smart focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Diane Dickett Smart practiced law?
Diane Dickett Smart has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Diane Dickett Smart go to law school?
Diane Dickett Smart earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S. Business, 1982).
How can I contact Diane Dickett Smart for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois Law School
- 1985
B.S. Business
DePaul University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985

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