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Atty. James A. Smith

Atty. James A. Smith

James A. Smith is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, civil litigation, commercial litigation.

Chicago Chicago 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (224) 561-4021 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James A. Smith at a glance

James A. Smith is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practforg at Law Offices of James A. Smith. They haand 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (2001). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1976) and Washington College (B.A., 1973). Actiand member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • James A. Smith is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, civil litigation, commercial litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Washington College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James A. Smith in Chicago, IL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is James A. Smith's law office located?
James A. Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of James A. Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James A. Smith practiced law?
James A. Smith has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James A. Smith go to law school?
James A. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact James A. Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1976
B.A.
Washington College
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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