Atty. Elizabeth Hermann Smith

Atty. Elizabeth Hermann Smith

Elizabeth Hermann Smith is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, commercial finance. Elizabeth received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Chicago Chicago 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Elizabeth Hermann Smith at a glance

Elizabeth Hermann Smith is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on contracts and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2010). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 2010) and Columbia University (M.A. Yale, 2006). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Elizabeth Hermann Smith is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, commercial finance
  • Elizabeth received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Elizabeth practices at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Elizabeth Hermann Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Elizabeth Hermann Smith

Where is Elizabeth Hermann Smith's law office located?
Elizabeth Hermann Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Elizabeth Hermann Smith handle?
Elizabeth Hermann Smith focuses on contracts, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Elizabeth Hermann Smith practiced law?
Elizabeth Hermann Smith has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Elizabeth Hermann Smith go to law school?
Elizabeth Hermann Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (M.A. Yale, 2006).
How can I contact Elizabeth Hermann Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 2010
M.A. Yale
Columbia University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2010

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