Atty. Michael Francis Schmitz
Michael Francis Schmitz is a lawyer practicing litigation & defense. Michael received a degree from Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 1995, and has been licensed for 31 years.
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Michael Francis Schmitz is a criminal defense and litigation attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1995), U.S. District Court (Northern District of Ohio) (2000), U.S. Court of Appeals (Sixth Circuit) (2003), and U.S. District Court (Southern District of Ohio) (2005). Educated at Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1995) and Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (magna cum laude Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law Class of 1995 J.D. magn, 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Affiliations/Memberships International Credit & Trade Finance Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael Francis Schmitz is a lawyer practicing litigation & defense
- Michael received a degree from Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 1995, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Michael practices in Cleveland, OH
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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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Why local counsel matters in Ohio
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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