Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving San Antonio, TX · 50+ Years Experience
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About Richard E. Schmidt at a Glance
Richard E. Schmidt is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in San Antonio, Texas. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Texas (1976) and U.S. Tax Court (1977). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1975) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A., 1973). Serves clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E. Schmidt
- Mr. Richard E. Schmidt is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 4 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Richard practices in San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Richard E. Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Antonio.
Trusts in San Antonio
Richard E. Schmidt is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →
Probate in San Antonio
Richard E. Schmidt is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Texas →
Estate Planning & Probate in San Antonio
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Richard E. Schmidt is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →
Business & Corporate Law in San Antonio
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard E. Schmidt is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Tax Law in San Antonio
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Richard E. Schmidt is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Antonio
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Antonio are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Antonio Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Antonio-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 San Antonio Choose Richard E. 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 Richard E. Schmidt's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard E. Schmidt brings 50+ 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 Texas and U.S. Tax Court, Richard E. Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Richard E. Schmidt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Antonio
A San Antonio-based practice means Richard E. Schmidt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Richard E. Schmidt Handles in San Antonio
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Richard E. Schmidt has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Richard E. Schmidt directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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