Atty. Patrick John Smith

Atty. Patrick John Smith

Patrick John Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, real estate attorney, short sale attorney and 3 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from St.

Downers Grove Downers Grove 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (312) 219-2319

Profile Summary

About Patrick John Smith at a glance

Patrick John Smith is a Member based in Downers Grove, Illinois, practicing at Patrick J. Smith Law Offices. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, bankruptcy, workers comp, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1985) and St. Mary's College (B.A., 1980). Serves clients in Downers Grove, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick John Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, real estate attorney, short sale attorney and 3 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from St. Mary's College in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Patrick practices at Patrick J. Smith Law Offices in Downers Grove, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick John Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Patrick John Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Patrick John Smith is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Patrick John Smith is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Patrick John Smith is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Foreclosure Defense

Patrick John Smith is one of 12,926 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure 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 Downers Grove 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 venue, 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 Patrick John Smith

Where is Patrick John Smith's law office located?
Patrick John Smith's law practice is located in Downers Grove, Illinois. The firm is Patrick J. Smith Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick John Smith handle?
Patrick John Smith focuses on personal injury, real estate, bankruptcy, workers comp, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Patrick John Smith practiced law?
Patrick John Smith has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Patrick John Smith go to law school?
Patrick John Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Patrick John Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1985
B.A.
St. Mary's College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985

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