Atty. Michael R. Schmidt
Michael R. Schmidt is a lawyer practicing employment law, litigation, business & complex litigation and 1 other area of law.
Business / Complex Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Cincinnati, OH · 45+ Years Experience
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About Michael R. Schmidt at a Glance
Michael R. Schmidt is a employment, business, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Cincinnati, Ohio. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1981) and Kentucky U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. Di (1982). Educated at Xavier University (A.B., 1974) and Salmon P. Chase College of Law J.D. 1981 Order of Curia Salmon P. Chase College of Law J.D. Editor Salmon P. Chase College of Law J.D. Northern Kentucky Law Review (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations Cincinnati Bar Association Ohio State Bar Association Kentucky Bar Association American Bar Association, Member of Business Torts Litigation Committee. Serves clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael R. Schmidt
- Michael R. Schmidt is a lawyer practicing employment law, litigation, business & complex litigation and 1 other area of law
- Michael R. received a A.B. degree from Xavier University in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Michael R. practices in Cincinnati, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Michael R. Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael R. Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cincinnati.
Employment Law in Cincinnati
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael R. Schmidt is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →
Business & Corporate Law in Cincinnati
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael R. Schmidt is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation in Cincinnati
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael R. Schmidt is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Appellate Practice in Cincinnati
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Michael R. Schmidt is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cincinnati
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 Cincinnati 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 venue, 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.
Cincinnati Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cincinnati-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 Cincinnati Choose Michael R. Schmidt
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 Michael R. Schmidt's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael R. Schmidt 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 Ohio and Kentucky U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. Di, Michael R. Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Michael R. Schmidt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cincinnati
A Cincinnati-based practice means Michael R. Schmidt 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 Michael R. Schmidt Handles in Cincinnati
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