Atty. Jaclyn Heather Smith

Atty. Jaclyn Heather Smith

Jaclyn Heather Smith is a lawyer practicing aviation, international law, privacy & technology and 4 other areas of law. Jaclyn received a B.A. degree from Loyola University, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Chicago Chicago 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Jaclyn Heather Smith at a glance

Jaclyn Heather Smith is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Maxwell Law Group, LLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on asylum, estate planning, bankruptcy, elder law, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circu (2004), Georgia (Inactive) (2008), and Washington (2019). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2004) and Loyola University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jaclyn Heather Smith is a lawyer practicing aviation, international law, privacy & technology and 4 other areas of law
  • Jaclyn received a B.A. degree from Loyola University, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Jaclyn practices at Maxwell Law Group, LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jaclyn Heather Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Asylum & Refugee

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

Jaclyn Heather Smith is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation 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 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 Jaclyn Heather Smith

Where is Jaclyn Heather Smith's law office located?
Jaclyn Heather Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Maxwell Law Group, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jaclyn Heather Smith handle?
Jaclyn Heather Smith focuses on asylum, estate planning, bankruptcy, elder law, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jaclyn Heather Smith practiced law?
Jaclyn Heather Smith has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Jaclyn Heather Smith go to law school?
Jaclyn Heather Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (—).
How can I contact Jaclyn Heather Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Jaclyn Heather 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.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 2004
Loyola University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circu
Admitted: 2004
Georgia (Inactive)
Admitted: 2008
Washington
Admitted: 2019

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