Heyl Royster

Tyler Smith

Associate
Peoria, IL

Joined Firm in 2024

Tyler is passionate about guiding businesses through high-risk situations. With years of experience serving the legal needs of multiple industries, he offers plain-spoken and common-sense solutions.

  • Experienced attorney with a talent for simplifying complex legal matters
  • CALI Award for Advanced Legal Research
  • Clerked for the Honorable Judge Blockman of the Illinois Sixth Judicial District
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Tyler Smith

Attorney in Peoria, IL

Drawing on his experience in the courtroom and as a negotiator, Tyler Smith has a knack for cutting through complex legal issues to get to the heart of a case. He is passionate about helping businesses navigate high-risk situations and has extensive experience serving clients across various industries. From lumber yards to telecommunication companies, Tyler offers straightforward and practical solutions across a wide range of legal areas. He recognizes the importance of providing businesses with accurate, clear, and prompt guidance, and he applies this approach when representing clients in both legal proceedings and business meetings.

As a dedicated student and proud alumnus of the University of Illinois College of Law, Tyler's academic excellence was recognized with the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for Advanced Legal Research. He also received the prestigious Lincoln Scholarship and the Illinois Law Merit Scholarship. His commitment to the legal field was further demonstrated during his clerkship for the Honorable Judge Blockman of the Illinois Sixth Judicial Circuit.

In his free time, Tyler enjoys spending time with his lovely wife Laura, his son William, and his daughter Elizabeth. He also enjoys building computers, composing, playing and recording music, and playing games with friends. To truly relax, Tyler enjoys hiking and playing in the Appalachian Mountains and their rivers.

Credentials

Education

J.D., University of Illinois College of Law, CALI Award for Advanced Legal Research

B.A., University of Illinois, College of Liberal Arts and Science

Licensures and Admissions

State Courts of Illinois

United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois

United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

Professional Affiliations

Illinois State Bar Association

Peoria County Bar Association

Awards/Recognition

  • CALI Award for Advanced Legal Research
  • Lincoln Scholarship
  • Illinois Law Merit Scholarship
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