Atty. Mark Frederick Smolens

Atty. Mark Frederick Smolens

Mark Frederick Smolens is a lawyer practicing general practice. Mark received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Mark Frederick Smolens at a glance

Mark Frederick Smolens is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of Mark F. Smolens. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Illinois Indiana (1985). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1985) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1979). Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark Frederick Smolens is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Mark practices at Law Office of Mark F. Smolens in Chicago, IL

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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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Where is Mark Frederick Smolens's law office located?
Mark Frederick Smolens's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Office of Mark F. Smolens. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Mark Frederick Smolens practiced law?
Mark Frederick Smolens has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
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Mark Frederick Smolens earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1979).
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1985
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Illinois Indiana
Admitted: 1985

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