Atty. Patricia A. Small

Atty. Patricia A. Small

Patricia A. Small is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, eminent domain, trial practice and 1 other area of law.

Carbondale Carbondale 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Patricia A. Small at a glance

Patricia A. Small is an Associate based in Carbondale, Illinois. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on zoning, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1988), Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1991), South Carolina (1999), and U.S. Supreme Court (2000). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D., 1988) and University of Nebraska at Omaha (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Nebraska State, Illinois State, South Carolina State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Carbondale, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patricia A. Small is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, eminent domain, trial practice and 1 other area of law
  • Patricia received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Patricia practices in Carbondale, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Patricia A. Small's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patricia A. Small handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

Patricia A. Small is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Carbondale 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 Patricia A. Small

Where is Patricia A. Small's law office located?
Patricia A. Small's law practice is located in Carbondale, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patricia A. Small handle?
Patricia A. Small focuses on zoning, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Patricia A. Small practiced law?
Patricia A. Small has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Patricia A. Small go to law school?
Patricia A. Small earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Patricia A. Small for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Patricia A. Small received?
Patricia A. Small's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1988
B.S.
University of Nebraska at Omaha
- 1984

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1988
Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1991
South Carolina
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000

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