Atty. Charles E. Schmidt
Phi Alpha Delta. Author: "Survey of Illinois Law: Medical Malpractice," Southern Illinois University Law Journal, Vol. 22, 1998; "Recovery for Loss of Society and Companionship in Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Actions," Southern Illinois University Law Journal, Vol. 13, P. 319, 1989.
Insurance Defense & More Attorney · Serving Carbondale, IL · 49+ Years Experience
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About Charles E. Schmidt at a Glance
Charles E. Schmidt is an Of Counsel based in Carbondale, Illinois, practicing at Brandon, Schmidt & Montgomery. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Supre (1977). Educated at Southern Illinois University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Southern Illinois University (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jackson County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations American Bar Foundation Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Carbondale, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Charles E. Schmidt
Phi Alpha Delta
Author
- "Survey of Illinois Law: Medical Malpractice," Southern Illinois University Law Journal, Vol. 22, 1998
- "Recovery for Loss of Society and Companionship in Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Actions," Southern Illinois University Law Journal, Vol. 13, P. 319, 1989
Practice Areas Explained
Charles E. Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles E. Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Carbondale.
Medical Malpractice in Carbondale
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Carbondale
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.
Charles E. Schmidt is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Carbondale
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Charles E. Schmidt is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance Law in Carbondale
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Charles E. Schmidt is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Carbondale
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Carbondale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Carbondale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Carbondale-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 Carbondale Choose Charles 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 Charles E. Schmidt's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Charles E. Schmidt brings 49+ 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 Illinois and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Supre, Charles E. Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and litigation, Charles 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 Carbondale
A Carbondale-based practice means Charles 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 Charles E. Schmidt Handles in Carbondale
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Charles E. Schmidt has experience with under Illinois 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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