Custody & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 47+ Years Experience
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About Christopher E. Schmidt at a Glance
Christopher E. Schmidt is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Law Offices of C.E. Schmidt. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, trusts, child custody, and probate. Admitted to practice in New York Texas Western District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1979) and Texas (1980). Educated at Hofstra University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher E. Schmidt
- Mr. Christopher E. Schmidt is a lawyer practicing divorce, family, custody and 10 other areas of law
- Christopher received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Christopher practices at Law Offices of C.E
- Schmidt in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher E. Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher E. Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Divorce in Houston
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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DUI / DWI Defense in Houston
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Christopher E. Schmidt is one of 29,739 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Texas →
Trusts in Houston
Christopher E. Schmidt is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →
Child Custody & Visitation in Houston
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Probate in Houston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-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 Houston Choose Christopher 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 Christopher E. Schmidt's practice in the field of divorce, dui/dwi, trusts, child custody, and probate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher E. Schmidt brings 47+ 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 New York Texas Western District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court and Texas, Christopher E. Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, dui/dwi, and trusts, Christopher 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 Houston
A Houston-based practice means Christopher E. Schmidt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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