Atty. Jennifer Ellen Smiley

Atty. Jennifer Ellen Smiley

Jennifer Ellen Smiley is a lawyer practicing administrative law, litigation. Jennifer received a B.A. degree from Vassar College in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Chicago Chicago 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Jennifer Ellen Smiley at a glance

Jennifer Ellen Smiley is an Asst. Atty. Gen. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on litigation and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2001). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Vassar College (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jennifer Ellen Smiley is a lawyer practicing administrative law, litigation
  • Jennifer received a B.A. degree from Vassar College in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Jennifer practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jennifer Ellen Smiley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jennifer Ellen Smiley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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

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Where is Jennifer Ellen Smiley's law office located?
Jennifer Ellen Smiley's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jennifer Ellen Smiley handle?
Jennifer Ellen Smiley focuses on litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jennifer Ellen Smiley practiced law?
Jennifer Ellen Smiley has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Jennifer Ellen Smiley go to law school?
Jennifer Ellen Smiley earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1994).
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
Vassar College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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