Atty. Jody Joyce Schmelzer

Atty. Jody Joyce Schmelzer

Atty. Jody Joyce Schmelzer is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, mediation and 2 other areas of law.

Madison Madison 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Jody Joyce Schmelzer at a glance

Jody Joyce Schmelzer is a criminal defense, civil rights, adr, and appellate attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1997). Educated at Valparaiso University School Class of 1997 (—). Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Jody Joyce Schmelzer is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, mediation and 2 other areas of law
  • Jody received a degree from Valparaiso University School in 1997, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Jody practices in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Jody Joyce Schmelzer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jody Joyce Schmelzer 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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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Jody Joyce Schmelzer is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Wisconsin →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Jody Joyce Schmelzer is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jody Joyce Schmelzer

Where is Jody Joyce Schmelzer's law office located?
Jody Joyce Schmelzer's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jody Joyce Schmelzer handle?
Jody Joyce Schmelzer focuses on criminal defense, civil rights, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Jody Joyce Schmelzer practiced law?
Jody Joyce Schmelzer has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Jody Joyce Schmelzer go to law school?
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Education

Valparaiso University School Class of 1997
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1997

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