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Laura (Smith) Hoover

Laura (Smith) Hoover

Laura J Hoover, Attorney at Law
  • Landlord Tenant
  • Illinois
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Biography

Laura J Hoover (formerly Smith) has come to the practice of law by a dedication for providing legal services to those that are in need. This means that clients will receive a quality service and zealous advocacy, but at a fee arrangement they can afford. Laura began her career at Legal Aid by representing low-income families in Detroit, Michigan. For two years, Laura aided Wayne County residents who were in need of help with their divorce, child custody and support issues. In addition, Laura assisted the elderly population of Detroit, Michigan by providing estate planning, foreclosure and civil defense services. From 2008 - 2009 Laura served on the Board of Directors for the Free Legal Aid Clinic, Inc. While in Michigan, Laura gained experience in the practice of law by expanding into appellate practice. Laura has represented clients in child custody appeals with Legal Aid and appealing criminal convictions with the Michigan State Appellate Defender's Office. In 2009, Laura moved to Chicago and became licensed in the State of Illinois. From 2009 - 2010 Laura worked at a private law firm here in Chicago representing clients in numerous areas including divorce, child custody and support, criminal felony and misdemeanor charges, probate and personal injury. In 2010 Laura began her own practice representing renters in the City of Chicago. Today she continues to represent renter's when their rights have been violated by their landlord's. Common issues include security deposits, heat, utilities, eviction defense, repairs and much more!

Education
Wayne State University Law School
J.D. | Law
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University of Detroit Mercy
B.A. | Political Science; Psychology
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Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Fr. Edmund F. miller S.J. Service Award, Political Science Award
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Professional Experience
Solo Practitioner
Laura J Hoover, Attorney at Law
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Representing the renter's of Chicago!
Contract Attorney
Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
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Associate
Joseph P. McCaffery & Associates
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Litigation Supervisor/Board of Directors
Free Legal Aid Clinic, Inc.
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Student Attorney
Free Legal Aid Clinic, Inc.
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Responding to an Eviction Case
Illinois Legal Aid Online
My Landlord is Trying to Evict Me
Illinois Legal Aid Online
Speaking Engagements
Legal Outsourcing Bootcamp: How To Do More With Less, Law Practice Management & Technology
Chicago Bar Association
Certifications
Illinois Bar License
Attorney Registration and Discipline Commission
Awards
Constance Baker Motley National Moot Court Competition
American Constitution Society
Political Science Award
University of Detroit Mercy
Fr Edmund F Miller SJ Service Award
University of Detroit Mercy
Professional Associations
Chicago Bar Associate
Pro Bono Attorney for Statutory Summary Suspension Program
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Chicago Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Illinois State Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Illinois
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Area
Landlord Tenant
Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights
Additional Practice Area
  • Tenant's Rights
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. What do I do if I am paying for some of my landlords electricity?
A: If your apartment is Illinois, the Residential Property Utility Service Act provides a remedy for your situation. In cases where the tenant is being billed for utilities (electric/gas/etc.) that are being used outside of the tenant's unit, the landlord is responsible to reimburse the tenant for 100% of those utility bills unless the landlord can prove exactly how much was used and, in that case, must reimburse for the amount used. If it can be proven that the issue was on purpose, your landlord can be liable for triple your utility bills. If you would like to set up a consultation to discuss the details of your matter, please feel free to contact me: Laura@HooverLegalHelp.com or set up an appointment by calling (773) 345-8883. ... Read More
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Website
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Contact & Map
939 W North Ave
Suite 750
Chicago, IL 60642
Telephone: (773) 345-8883
Fax: (773) 345-4158