Atty. Amanda E. Schmidt
Amanda Schmidt was born in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. She graduated from Washington College with a B.A. in sociology, a minor in psychology, and a concentration in pre-law.
Domestic Law & More Attorney · Serving Glen Burnie, MD · 18+ Years Experience
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About Amanda E. Schmidt at a Glance
Amanda E. Schmidt is an Attorney based in Glen Burnie, Maryland, practicing at Ward & Co., Chtd.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and poa. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2008) and U.S. District Court District of Maryland (2009). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Washington College (B.A., 2005). Serves clients in Glen Burnie, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Amanda E. Schmidt
- Amanda Schmidt was born in Anne Arundel County, Maryland
- She graduated from Washington College with a B.A. in sociology, a minor in psychology, and a concentration in pre-law
- While attending Washington College, Amanda realized her dream of becoming a family law attorney
- She went on to attend the University of Baltimore School of Law.Amanda spent time during law school at University's Family Law Clinic as a student attorney, where she argued cases in District Court and Circuit Court for economically disadvantaged clients
- She was also a participant in the Center for Families, Courts, and Children, where she became involved in the Truancy Court Program
- This program offered a holistic approach to assisting at-risk youths who demonstrated truant behavior
- Amanda also interned for the Honorable Yolanda Tanner and Master Claudette Brown at the Circuit Court for Baltimore City, Juvenile Division
- Amanda also obtained her mediation certification while attending law school.After graduating from Law School, Amanda was selected to clerk for Domestic Relations Master William M. Dunn at the Circuit Court for Baltimore City, Family Law Division
- After her clerkship, she immediately went on to work for Ward & Co. Chtd. where she has concentrated on further developing the family practice of the firm.Amanda is a certified Maryland mediator and has her certification in Child Counsel’s Training from the Administrative Office of the Courts, Family Administration
- She has served in the capacity of a court-appointed attorney representing children in contested custody cases.Amanda is active in the Anne Arundel County Bar Association, the Maryland State Bar Association and the Maryland Association for Justice, as well as, local community organizations, including the North Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce and the Jeffrey Schmidt Scholarship Foundation
Practice Areas Explained
Amanda E. Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Amanda E. Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Glen Burnie.
Divorce in Glen Burnie
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Glen Burnie
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Family Law in Glen Burnie
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Child Support in Glen Burnie
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Power of Attorney in Glen Burnie
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Glen Burnie
Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Glen Burnie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Glen Burnie Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Glen Burnie-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Glen Burnie Choose Amanda E. Schmidt
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Amanda E. Schmidt's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and poa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Amanda E. Schmidt brings 18+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Maryland and U.S. District Court District of Maryland, Amanda E. Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and family law, Amanda E. Schmidt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Glen Burnie
A Glen Burnie-based practice means Amanda E. Schmidt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Amanda E. Schmidt Handles in Glen Burnie
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Amanda E. Schmidt has experience with under Maryland law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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