Atty. Jacob Douglas Smith

Atty. Jacob Douglas Smith

Jacob Douglas Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, government, health care and 2 other areas of law. Jacob received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Chicago Chicago 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Jacob Douglas Smith at a glance

Jacob Douglas Smith is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Grippo & Elden LLC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on formation, litigation, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2007). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 2007) and Emory University (B.A., 2004). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jacob Douglas Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, government, health care and 2 other areas of law
  • Jacob received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Jacob practices at Grippo & Elden LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jacob Douglas Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care 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 Jacob Douglas Smith

Where is Jacob Douglas Smith's law office located?
Jacob Douglas Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Grippo & Elden LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jacob Douglas Smith handle?
Jacob Douglas Smith focuses on formation, litigation, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jacob Douglas Smith practiced law?
Jacob Douglas Smith has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Jacob Douglas Smith go to law school?
Jacob Douglas Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact Jacob Douglas Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 2007
B.A.
Emory University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2007

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