John Jason Smith

Overview John Smith concentrates his practice in civil litigation with extensive experience in medical malpractice. With more than 40 years of experience representing clients in both state and federal courts, he skillfully navigates the unique challenges his clients face in environmental litigation, medical malpractice and product liability, including pharmaceutical products and business litigation, to bring about advantageous results on their behalf. Prior to joining Foran Glennon, John served as a shareholder at a prominent Chicago litigation firm. Professional Leadership John is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the Chicago Bar Association, the American Bar Association and the Defense Research Institute. He has served on the board of directors of The Society of Trial Lawyers. Community Leadership John has served as a lecturer at Notre Dame Law School, John Marshall Law School, Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland and the Chicago Bar Association. Honors & Recognitions John is Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rated, indicating the highest ranking in legal ability and ethical standards as determined by peers. From 2006 to 2014, he was selected to the Illinois Super Lawyers list, which is reserved for less than five percent of lawyers in each state. John has been named in the Best Lawyers in America list since 2026 for his work in Medical Malpractice Law. More information on awards and rankings can be found here. Education John earned his J. D. from Notre Dame Law School after completing his B. A. at the University of Notre Dame. Admissions John is authorized to practice in Illinois and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Publications & Presentations Successful Mediation: Civil Liability and Courts Act 2004, Implications for Personal Injury Litigation, First Law, 2005 Hospital and Institutional Liability, Medical Malpractice, Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 1996 Institutional Negligence, Medical Malpractice, Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 1989, and Supplement, 1992 Preparation of Defendants Case, Medical Hospital Negligence, Callaghan & Company, 1988 Handling Insurance Claims in Illinois, Professional Education System Inc., 1985 Physician-Patient Privilege: Interview Between Plaintiffs Physicians and Defense Attorneys, Chicago Bar Journal, 1984 The Supreme Court Workload Problem: Current Congressional Reforms, Journal of Legislation, 1982