Atty. Gregory Francis Smith

Atty. Gregory Francis Smith

Gregory Francis Smith is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, banking and 7 other areas of law. Gregory received a B.S.B.A. degree from Xavier University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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About Gregory Francis Smith at a glance

Gregory Francis Smith is a Member based in Oak Brook, Illinois, practicing at Lillig & Thorsness, Ltd.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1980) and Xavier University (B.S.B.A., 1977). Active member of Illinois and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Oak Brook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gregory Francis Smith is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, banking and 7 other areas of law
  • Gregory received a B.S.B.A. degree from Xavier University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Gregory practices at Lillig & Thorsness, Ltd. in Oak Brook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Gregory Francis Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Commercial Real Estate

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Maritime & Admiralty 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 Oak Brook 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 Gregory Francis Smith

Where is Gregory Francis Smith's law office located?
Gregory Francis Smith's law practice is located in Oak Brook, Illinois. The firm is Lillig & Thorsness, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gregory Francis Smith handle?
Gregory Francis Smith focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Gregory Francis Smith practiced law?
Gregory Francis Smith has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Gregory Francis Smith go to law school?
Gregory Francis Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S.B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Gregory Francis Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1980
B.S.B.A.
Xavier University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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