Atty. Steven Russel Smith

Atty. Steven Russel Smith

Steven Russel Smith is a lawyer practicing arbitration & mediation, appellate practice, asset forfeitures and 5 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Steven Russel Smith at a glance

Steven Russel Smith is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, consumer, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1980) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Russel Smith is a lawyer practicing arbitration & mediation, appellate practice, asset forfeitures and 5 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Steven practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Russel Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Steven Russel Smith is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

Appellate Practice

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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 Steven Russel Smith

Where is Steven Russel Smith's law office located?
Steven Russel Smith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Russel Smith handle?
Steven Russel Smith focuses on business, litigation, consumer, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven Russel Smith practiced law?
Steven Russel Smith has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Steven Russel Smith go to law school?
Steven Russel Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Steven Russel Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Russel 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.
What awards or recognition has Steven Russel Smith received?
Steven Russel Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1980
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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