Atty. Edward T. Schultz

Atty. Edward T. Schultz

Edward T. Schultz, chair of Greenberg Traurig’s Los Angeles Corporate Practice, focuses his practice on corporate and securities law and corporate finance, including strategic counseling, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, joint ventures, debt and equity offerings, credit transactions and secured lending.

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Corporate & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 31+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Edward T. Schultz at a Glance

Edward T. Schultz is a Shareholder based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, environmental, and agriculture. Admitted to practice in California (1995). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and DePauw University (B.A. Economics, 1987). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) •Supporter, Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Edward T. Schultz

  • Edward T. Schultz, chair of Greenberg Traurig’s Los Angeles Corporate Practice, focuses his practice on corporate and securities law and corporate finance, including strategic counseling, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, joint ventures, debt and equity offerings, credit transactions and secured lending
  • Edward represents and serves as outside general counsel for privately held and public companies as well as private equity funds, including several foreign-based funds and businesses
  • Edward is experienced advising clients on a wide range of legal and business issues relative to acquiring and divesting of business units
  • His clients reflect a number of industries including food and beverage, technology, consumer products, alternative energy, entertainment and media, and hospitality
  • Concentrations •Private equity •Corporate governance •Business counseling •Mergers and acquisitions •Joint ventures •Securities offerings and public company counseling •Cross-border transactions •Start-ups •Debt finance and capital markets Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Team Member, a Law360 'Food & Beverage Practice Group of the Year,' 2015

Practice Areas Explained

Edward T. Schultz's Areas of Legal Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions in Los Angeles

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Environmental Law in Los Angeles

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Agricultural Law in Los Angeles

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles 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.

Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Edward T. Schultz

Where is Edward T. Schultz's law office located?
Edward T. Schultz's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward T. Schultz handle?
Edward T. Schultz focuses on business, m&a, environmental, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Edward T. Schultz practiced law?
Edward T. Schultz has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Edward T. Schultz go to law school?
Edward T. Schultz earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Economics, 1987).
How can I contact Edward T. Schultz for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Edward T. Schultz

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 Edward T. Schultz's practice in the field of business, m&a, environmental, and agriculture.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Edward T. Schultz brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, m&a, and environmental, Edward T. Schultz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Los Angeles

A Los Angeles-based practice means Edward T. Schultz 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 Edward T. Schultz Handles in Los Angeles

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Edward T. Schultz 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.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business

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

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1994
B.A. Economics
DePauw University
- 1987

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 1995

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