Atty. Dean Michael Schmidt
Dean Michael Schmidt is a lawyer practicing business litigation, torts, litigation and 1 other area of law. Dean received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 37+ Years Experience
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About Dean Michael Schmidt at a Glance
Dean Michael Schmidt is a personal injury, business, litigation, and appellate attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1989). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.A., 1984). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Dean Michael Schmidt
- Dean Michael Schmidt is a lawyer practicing business litigation, torts, litigation and 1 other area of law
- Dean received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Dean practices in San Francisco, CA
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Dean Michael Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dean Michael Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Personal Injury in San Francisco
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.
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Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Dean Michael Schmidt is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in San Francisco
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Dean Michael Schmidt is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Appellate Practice in San Francisco
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose Dean Michael 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 Dean Michael Schmidt's practice in the field of personal injury, business, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Dean Michael Schmidt brings 37+ 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 California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Dean Michael Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and litigation, Dean Michael Schmidt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Dean Michael 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 Dean Michael Schmidt Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Dean Michael Schmidt has experience with under California 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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