Atty. Sunjay Smith Sterling
Sunjay Smith Sterling is a lawyer practicing business law, health care, business purchase & sale and 13 other areas of law. Sunjay has been licensed for 20 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 20+ Years Experience
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About Sunjay Smith Sterling at a Glance
Sunjay Smith Sterling is a contracts, trusts, business, tax, and m&a attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2006), Washington (2008), and Illinois (2010). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sunjay Smith Sterling
- Sunjay Smith Sterling is a lawyer practicing business law, health care, business purchase & sale and 13 other areas of law
- Sunjay has been licensed for 20 years
- Sunjay practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Sunjay Smith Sterling's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sunjay Smith Sterling handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Contracts in Chicago
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Trusts in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Sunjay Smith Sterling is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Sunjay Smith Sterling is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Sunjay Smith Sterling
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Sunjay Smith Sterling's practice in the field of contracts, trusts, business, tax, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sunjay Smith Sterling brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, Washington, and Illinois, Sunjay Smith Sterling can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, trusts, and business, Sunjay Smith Sterling can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Sunjay Smith Sterling attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Sunjay Smith Sterling Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Sunjay Smith Sterling has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Sunjay Smith Sterling directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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