Atty. James John Schmitt

Atty. James John Schmitt

James John Schmitt is a lawyer practicing criminal law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1951, and has been licensed for 64 years.

San Clemente San Clemente 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About James John Schmitt at a glance

James John Schmitt is an Admin. Law J., Soc. Sec. Admin. based in San Clemente, California. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1962). Educated at Youngstown State University (LL.B., 1959) and University of Notre Dame (B.S., 1951). Serands clients in San Clemente, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James John Schmitt is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1951, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • James practices in San Clemente, CA

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James John Schmitt's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Clemente 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 andnue, 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.

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Where is James John Schmitt's law office located?
James John Schmitt's law practice is located in San Clemente, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James John Schmitt handle?
James John Schmitt focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James John Schmitt practiced law?
James John Schmitt has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did James John Schmitt go to law school?
James John Schmitt earned their education at (LL.B., 1959); (B.S., 1951).
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Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
Youngstown State University
- 1959
B.S.
University of Notre Dame
- 1951

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1962

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