Atty. Paul Michael Schmidt
Mr. Paul Michael Schmidt is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, trusts, mergers & acquisitions and 9 other areas of law.
Corporate & Incorporation & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 33+ Years Experience
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About Paul Michael Schmidt at a Glance
Paul Michael Schmidt is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Baker And Hostetler Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on formation, irs, trusts, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1993), District of Columbia (1994), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1994), and U.S. Supreme Court (1998). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center, (J.D., 1993) and Miami University (B.S. Accountancy, 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Ohio State and American (Member: Taxation Section Government Relations Committee) Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Paul Michael Schmidt
- Mr. Paul Michael Schmidt is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, trusts, mergers & acquisitions and 9 other areas of law
- Paul received a B.S. degree from Miami University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Paul practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Paul Michael Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Michael Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business Formation in Washington
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IRS Disputes & Audits in Washington
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Trusts in Washington
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Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Paul Michael Schmidt is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →
Tax Law in Washington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Paul Michael Schmidt is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Paul Michael 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 Paul Michael Schmidt's practice in the field of formation, irs, trusts, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Paul Michael Schmidt brings 33+ 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, District of Columbia, and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Paul Michael Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, irs, and trusts, Paul Michael Schmidt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Paul Michael 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 Paul Michael Schmidt Handles in Washington
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