Atty. Jill Knellinger Schmidt

Atty. Jill Knellinger Schmidt

Jill Knellinger Schmidt is a lawyer practicing civil practice, commercial law, personal injury and 4 other areas of law. Jill received a B.S. degree from University of Central Florida in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Tampa Tampa 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

About Jill Knellinger Schmidt at a glance

Jill Knellinger Schmidt is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Murnaghan, Ferguson & Schmidt, P.A.. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (2011). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 2011) and University of Central Florida (B.S. Accounting, 2007). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar Association, Hillsborough County Bar Association, Hillsborough Association of Women Lawyers. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jill Knellinger Schmidt is a lawyer practicing civil practice, commercial law, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
  • Jill received a B.S. degree from University of Central Florida in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Jill practices at Murnaghan, Ferguson & Schmidt, P.A. in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Jill Knellinger Schmidt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jill Knellinger Schmidt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Jill Knellinger Schmidt is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Jill Knellinger Schmidt is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Construction Law

Jill Knellinger Schmidt is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Florida →

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 Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jill Knellinger Schmidt

Where is Jill Knellinger Schmidt's law office located?
Jill Knellinger Schmidt's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Murnaghan, Ferguson & Schmidt, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jill Knellinger Schmidt handle?
Jill Knellinger Schmidt focuses on personal injury, employment, business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Jill Knellinger Schmidt practiced law?
Jill Knellinger Schmidt has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Jill Knellinger Schmidt go to law school?
Jill Knellinger Schmidt earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.S. Accounting, 2007).
How can I contact Jill Knellinger Schmidt for a consultation?
You can contact Jill Knellinger 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.
What awards or recognition has Jill Knellinger Schmidt received?
Jill Knellinger Schmidt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 2011
B.S. Accounting
University of Central Florida
- 2007

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2011

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