The Law Office of Judi Smith

Aurora Trademark, Copyright and Tax Attorney,Aurora Business, Tax and Trademark Attorney

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Illinois and has no record of discipline from the Illinois bar association.*

Firm Overview

The Law Office of Judi Smith focuses on helping innovative individuals, businesses and non-profits that are seeking to make a difference in their world through leveraging their ideas without compromising their ideals. With my business and non-profit background I understand what it takes to provide legal services in the context of your mission.

The Law Office of Judi Smith was founded in 1996. However, in 2001, I took an internal position with a major non-profit where I served for eleven years in a variety of operational management and legal positions. In 2011, I elected to again open my firm. I am proud to say that my former employer is a current client.

Example cases

• Protest of trademark registration for potentially infringing trademark.
• Represented an author in a book publishing contract.
• Defending an IRS National Research Project employment tax audit.
• Defending a State of California sales tax audit.
• Provided guidance on self-employment taxes for angel investment limited partnership.
• Acquisition of all of the assets of an ongoing business.

Main Office

Main
1155 S. Washington Street
Suite 100
Naperville IL 60540

Phone

(630) 506-5548

Websites

http://www.judismithlaw.com

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

I am happy to discuss possible approaches to a problem without charge.

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

I will try to work with clients to determine a flat rate for a given matter. Flat rates work for some projects but not for others.

Hourly Rates

$200.

Office Information

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Other hours by appointment.

Emergency After Hours

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

I am personally very mission driven. As a result, I love to help others who are trying to make their world a better place - whether that is through business or mission.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I enjoy working with clients who have educated themselves on the issues and potential solutions. My overall practice approach is to educate clients and provide them with a resource to help them achieve their goals.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I am willing to review documents prepared by clients.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

I am more than happy to coach clients to represent themselves. As a professional responsibility, I am equally willing to suggest to clients when self-representation in a complicated area, such as an IRS audit, may not be in their best interest.

Judi Smith

While an employee in the non-profit sector, I served in the capacities of General Counsel, Director of IT and Director of Strategic Services. In addition to legal responsibilities, I was also responsible for the strategic direction of Information Technology and, in close conjunction with the CFO, contributing to the overall strategic direction of the organization.

I am a better lawyer because I have spent time as a senior mid-level manager in non-profit business. I understand first-hand the issues that businesses and non-profits are dealing with day-to-day. Because of my experience, I am able to quickly get up to speed with my clients and my approach to legal problems is very practical.

My biggest strengths are that I am very curious and intelligent. I love designing elegant and efficient solutions to challenging problems. In style, I am direct and forthright in my dealings.

Personal interests:

I like the creative arts. Some say that I am a passable photographer. I play the bass trombone and guitar. I am trying to learn to play the piano with some skill. I have won two bronze Telly Awards for video that I have edited.

License

Bar Number: 6226552
Illinois , 1995

Education

Northern Illinois University
Doctor of Jurisprudence , 1994
DeKalb, IL
Northern Illinois University
Master of Business Administration , 2007
DeKalb, IL
Northern Illinois University
Doctor of Jurisprudence , 1994
DeKalb, IL
Northern Illinois University
Master of Business Administration , 2007
DeKalb, IL

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