Atty. Patrick W. Schmidt

Atty. Patrick W. Schmidt

Patrick W. Schmidt is a lawyer practicing product liability, toxic tort and personal injury litigation, litigation & dispute resolution and 2 other areas of law.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (262) 732-1266

Profile Summary

About Patrick W. Schmidt at a glance

Patrick W. Schmidt is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on patent, personal injury, ip, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1975). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1975) and Stanford University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Milwaukee and American (Member: TIPS Subcommittee Product Liability Subcommittee) Bar Associations Bar Association of the Seventh Federal Circuit State Bar of Wisconsin Product Liability Advisory Council (Sustaining Member) Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick W. Schmidt is a lawyer practicing product liability, toxic tort and personal injury litigation, litigation & dispute resolution and 2 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Patrick practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick W. Schmidt's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Patrick W. Schmidt is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Wisconsin →

Product Liability

Patrick W. Schmidt is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Wisconsin →

Civil Litigation

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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 Milwaukee 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 venue, 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 Patrick W. Schmidt

Where is Patrick W. Schmidt's law office located?
Patrick W. Schmidt's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Quarles & Brady LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick W. Schmidt handle?
Patrick W. Schmidt focuses on patent, personal injury, ip, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Patrick W. Schmidt practiced law?
Patrick W. Schmidt has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Patrick W. Schmidt go to law school?
Patrick W. Schmidt earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Patrick W. Schmidt for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Patrick W. Schmidt received?
Patrick W. Schmidt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin
- 1975
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1975

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