Atty. Mark Eugene Schmidtke
Mark Eugene Schmidtke is a lawyer practicing erisa, disability insurance, employment & labor. Mark received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Disability Insurance & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 45+ Years Experience
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About Mark Eugene Schmidtke at a Glance
Mark Eugene Schmidtke is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1983). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1981) and Valparaiso University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Indiana State and American. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Eugene Schmidtke
- Mark Eugene Schmidtke is a lawyer practicing erisa, disability insurance, employment & labor
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Mark practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Chicago, IL and 1 other location
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Mark Eugene Schmidtke's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Eugene Schmidtke handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Mark Eugene Schmidtke is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Social Security Disability in Chicago
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Mark Eugene Schmidtke is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Mark Eugene Schmidtke is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Mark Eugene Schmidtke
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 Mark Eugene Schmidtke's practice in the field of employment, ssd, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Eugene Schmidtke brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Indiana, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana, Mark Eugene Schmidtke can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, ssd, and insurance, Mark Eugene Schmidtke can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Mark Eugene Schmidtke attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark Eugene Schmidtke Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Eugene Schmidtke has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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