Atty. Michael Sawyer Smith

Atty. Michael Sawyer Smith

Michael Sawyer Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, banking and finance, real estate and hotels and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Chicago Chicago 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Sawyer Smith at a glance

Michael Sawyer Smith is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker And Mckenzie Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Boston College (B.A. Economics, 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Sawyer Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, banking and finance, real estate and hotels and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Michael practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Sawyer Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Sawyer Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

Michael Sawyer Smith is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Michael Sawyer Smith

Where is Michael Sawyer Smith's law office located?
Michael Sawyer Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker And Mckenzie Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Sawyer Smith handle?
Michael Sawyer Smith focuses on business, real estate, zoning, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Sawyer Smith practiced law?
Michael Sawyer Smith has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Michael Sawyer Smith go to law school?
Michael Sawyer Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. Economics, 1990).
How can I contact Michael Sawyer Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Sawyer 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.
What awards or recognition has Michael Sawyer Smith received?
Michael Sawyer Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University School of Law
- 1993
B.A. Economics
Boston College
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1993

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