Atty. Paul Robert Schmidt

Atty. Paul Robert Schmidt

Paul Robert Schmidt is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, administrative law and 2 other areas of law. Paul received a B.S. degree from Old Dominion University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 26 J. Erfahrung 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Robert Schmidt at a glance

Paul Robert Schmidt is a Shareholder based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Poole Brooke Plumlee PC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2000), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (2000), U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (2003), and U.S. Court of Federal Claims (2007). Educated at William & Mary School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Old Dominion University (B.S., 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul Robert Schmidt is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, administrative law and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.S. degree from Old Dominion University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Paul practices at Poole Brooke Plumlee PC in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Robert Schmidt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Robert Schmidt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Paul Robert Schmidt is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Virginia Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul Robert Schmidt

Where is Paul Robert Schmidt's law office located?
Paul Robert Schmidt's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Poole Brooke Plumlee PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Robert Schmidt handle?
Paul Robert Schmidt focuses on criminal defense, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Paul Robert Schmidt practiced law?
Paul Robert Schmidt has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Paul Robert Schmidt go to law school?
Paul Robert Schmidt earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S., 1997).
How can I contact Paul Robert Schmidt for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Robert Schmidt directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Paul Robert Schmidt received?
Paul Robert Schmidt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William & Mary School of Law
- 2000
B.S.
Old Dominion University
- 1997

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2007

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