Atty. Christopher T. Schmidt

Atty. Christopher T. Schmidt

Atty. Christopher T.

Madison Madison 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Business & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 13+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Christopher T. Schmidt at a Glance

Christopher T. Schmidt is an Attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Boardman & Clark LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2013), Florida (2019), and Arizona (2024). Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Christopher T. Schmidt

  • Atty. Christopher T. Schmidt is a lawyer practicing tax, business, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Christopher has been licensed for 13 years
  • Christopher practices at Boardman & Clark LLP in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher T. Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher T. Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.

Trusts in Madison

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Estate Planning & Probate in Madison

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law in Madison

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Christopher T. Schmidt is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →

Tax Law in Madison

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Christopher T. Schmidt is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison

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

Madison Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Madison-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Christopher T. Schmidt

Where is Christopher T. Schmidt's law office located?
Christopher T. Schmidt's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Boardman & Clark LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher T. Schmidt handle?
Christopher T. Schmidt focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Christopher T. Schmidt practiced law?
Christopher T. Schmidt has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
How can I contact Christopher T. Schmidt for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher T. 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.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Madison Choose Christopher T. 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 T. Schmidt's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, and tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Christopher T. Schmidt brings 13+ 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 Wisconsin, Florida, and Arizona, Christopher T. Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, Christopher T. Schmidt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Madison

A Madison-based practice means Christopher T. 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 Christopher T. Schmidt Handles in Madison

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Christopher T. Schmidt has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Christopher T. Schmidt directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Christopher T. Schmidt's Practice Areas & Specializations

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 2013
Florida
Admitted: 2019
Arizona
Admitted: 2024

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