Atty. Scott Alan Smith

Atty. Scott Alan Smith

Scott Alan Smith is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Scott Alan received a B.S. degree from Southwest Missouri State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Edwardsville Edwardsville 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (314) 788-3855

Profile Summary

About Scott Alan Smith at a glance

Scott Alan Smith is a employment, business, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Edwardsville, Illinois. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri (1990), Illinois (1991), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1991). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1990) and Southwest Missouri State University (B.S., 1987). Serves clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Alan Smith is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, employment law and 2 other areas of law
  • Scott Alan received a B.S. degree from Southwest Missouri State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Scott Alan practices in Edwardsville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Alan Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Alan Smith 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.

Scott Alan Smith is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Scott Alan Smith is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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.

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

Civil Litigation

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

Scott Alan Smith is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Edwardsville 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 Scott Alan Smith

Where is Scott Alan Smith's law office located?
Scott Alan Smith's law practice is located in Edwardsville, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Alan Smith handle?
Scott Alan Smith focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Scott Alan Smith practiced law?
Scott Alan Smith has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Scott Alan Smith go to law school?
Scott Alan Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Scott Alan Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1990
B.S.
Southwest Missouri State University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri
Admitted: 1990
Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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