Atty. Michael T. Smith

Atty. Michael T. Smith

Michael T. Smith is a lawyer practicing divorce law, bankruptcy law, commercial litigation and 28 other areas of law.

Schaumburg Schaumburg 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael T. Smith at a glance

Michael T. Smith is a Member based in Schaumburg, Illinois, practicing at The Law Offices of Michael T. Smith. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, divorce, discrimination, sexual harassment, and family law. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar U.S. District Court, Eastern (1981), Illinois U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1981), and U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1986). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1981) and Roosevelt University (B.G.S. Psychology, 1976). Active member of Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Schaumburg, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael T. Smith is a lawyer practicing divorce law, bankruptcy law, commercial litigation and 28 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.G.S. degree from Roosevelt University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Michael practices at The Law Offices of Michael T. Smith in Schaumburg, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael T. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

Michael T. Smith is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Illinois →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Michael T. Smith is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Illinois →

Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

Michael T. Smith is one of 6,021 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Michael T. Smith is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

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 Schaumburg 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 T. Smith

Where is Michael T. Smith's law office located?
Michael T. Smith's law practice is located in Schaumburg, Illinois. The firm is The Law Offices of Michael T. Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael T. Smith handle?
Michael T. Smith focuses on wrongful termination, divorce, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael T. Smith practiced law?
Michael T. Smith has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Michael T. Smith go to law school?
Michael T. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.G.S. Psychology, 1976).
How can I contact Michael T. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Michael T. 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.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1981
B.G.S. Psychology
Roosevelt University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar U.S. District Court, Eastern
Admitted: 1981
Illinois U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1986

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