Atty. Robert Hill Smeltzer

Atty. Robert Hill Smeltzer

Robert Hill Smeltzer is a lawyer practicing business & corporate law, commercial litigation, intellectual property and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Miami University, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Hill Smeltzer at a glance

Robert Hill Smeltzer is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, immigration, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at University of Cincinnati College of Law J.D. (—) and Miami University B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Hill Smeltzer is a lawyer practicing business & corporate law, commercial litigation, intellectual property and 5 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Miami University, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Robert practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Hill Smeltzer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Hill Smeltzer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Robert Hill Smeltzer is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Robert Hill Smeltzer

Where is Robert Hill Smeltzer's law office located?
Robert Hill Smeltzer's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Hill Smeltzer handle?
Robert Hill Smeltzer focuses on employment, immigration, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Hill Smeltzer practiced law?
Robert Hill Smeltzer has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Robert Hill Smeltzer go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Hill Smeltzer received?
Robert Hill Smeltzer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of Cincinnati College of Law J.D.
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Miami University B.S.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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