Atty. Bernard Thomas Schmitt

Atty. Bernard Thomas Schmitt

Bernard Thomas Schmitt is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury. Bernard received a B.B.A. degree from Illinois College in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernard Thomas Schmitt at a glance

Bernard Thomas Schmitt is a medical malpractice, personal injury, and insurance attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1989) and Missouri (1990). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1989) and Illinois College (B.B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan (Chair, Insurance Law Committee) and Kansas Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bernard Thomas Schmitt is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury
  • Bernard received a B.B.A. degree from Illinois College in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Bernard practices in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard Thomas Schmitt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard Thomas Schmitt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Bernard Thomas Schmitt is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Bernard Thomas Schmitt is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Bernard Thomas Schmitt is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bernard Thomas Schmitt

Where is Bernard Thomas Schmitt's law office located?
Bernard Thomas Schmitt's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard Thomas Schmitt handle?
Bernard Thomas Schmitt focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Bernard Thomas Schmitt practiced law?
Bernard Thomas Schmitt has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Bernard Thomas Schmitt go to law school?
Bernard Thomas Schmitt earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Bernard Thomas Schmitt for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard Thomas Schmitt 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 Bernard Thomas Schmitt received?
Bernard Thomas Schmitt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1989
B.B.A.
Illinois College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1989
Missouri
Admitted: 1990

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