Atty. Gregory John Smith
Gregory John Smith is a lawyer practicing patent infringement litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation. Gregory received a B.S.E.E. degree from Kettering University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 37+ Years Experience
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About Gregory John Smith at a Glance
Gregory John Smith is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Competition Law Group LLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1989), Illinois (1990), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar registered to practice before (1990). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1989) and Kettering University (B.S.E.E., 1986). Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gregory John Smith
- Gregory John Smith is a lawyer practicing patent infringement litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation
- Gregory received a B.S.E.E. degree from Kettering University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Gregory practices at Competition Law Group LLC in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Gregory John Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory John Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Patent Law in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Gregory John Smith is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Gregory John Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gregory John Smith's practice in the field of patent, business, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gregory John Smith brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, Illinois, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar registered to practice before, Gregory John Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, business, and ip, Gregory John Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Gregory John Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gregory John Smith Handles in Chicago
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