Atty. Wayne Owen Smith
Wayne Owen Smith is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, federal civil litigation and 5 other areas of law. Wayne received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Profile Summary
About Wayne Owen Smith at a glance
Wayne Owen Smith is a Member based in Champaign, Illinois, practforg at Erwin, Martinkus & Cole, Ltd.. They haand 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1987) and Illinois State University (B.S. Finance, 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Ford County (President, 1997-1998), Champaign County and Illinois State (Member, Tort Law Section Council, 1996-2000) Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Champaign, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Haand a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receiand a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Wayne Owen Smith is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, federal civil litigation and 5 other areas of law
- Wayne received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Wayne practices at Erwin, Martinkus & Cole, Ltd. in Champaign, IL
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Illinois
Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Champaign 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 substantiand 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.
Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Champaign or all attorneys in Illinois.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Wayne Owen Smith
Where is Wayne Owen Smith's law office located?
How long has Wayne Owen Smith practiced law?
Where did Wayne Owen Smith go to law school?
How can I contact Wayne Owen Smith for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Wayne Owen Smith receiandd?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.