Atty. Donald James Schmid

Atty. Donald James Schmid

Donald James Schmid is a lawyer practicing business litigation with an emphasis on securities litigation and legal malpractice, criminal justice, criminal defense. Donald received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

South Bend South Bend 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Donald James Schmid at a glance

Donald James Schmid is an U.S. Attorney's Off. based in South Bend, Indiana. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1985) and Indiana (2016). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1985) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donald James Schmid is a lawyer practicing business litigation with an emphasis on securities litigation and legal malpractice, criminal justice, criminal defense
  • Donald received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Donald practices in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Donald James Schmid's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald James Schmid handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Donald James Schmid is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donald James Schmid

Where is Donald James Schmid's law office located?
Donald James Schmid's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald James Schmid handle?
Donald James Schmid focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Donald James Schmid practiced law?
Donald James Schmid has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Donald James Schmid go to law school?
Donald James Schmid earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Donald James Schmid for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1985
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1982

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
Indiana
Admitted: 2016

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