Atty. Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt
Bob Schmidt joined Kean Miller in 2016 and is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he focuses his practice on Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and related tax matters. He has represented employers for more than 40 years, advising organizations of all sizes on the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of pension plans and other employee benefit arrangements.
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Attorney · Serving Baton Rouge, LA
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About Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt at a Glance
Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt is a employment attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Kean Miller. Admitted to practice in Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association and Virginia, Virginia State Bar. Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1975) and Yale University (B.S.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — ERISA (2026). Serves clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt
- Bob Schmidt joined Kean Miller in 2016 and is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he focuses his practice on Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and related tax matters
- He has represented employers for more than 40 years, advising organizations of all sizes on the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of pension plans and other employee benefit arrangements
- Earlier in his career, Bob served as an attorney-adviser with the United States Tax Court in Washington, DC
- His practice includes assisting employers with regulatory compliance, plan documentation, and the administration of qualified and nonqualified benefit plans
- He maintains a pre-approved defined contribution plan that may be used to meet client needs and has drafted thousands of plans for publicly traded and privately held companies, as well as government and tax-exempt employers
- Throughout his private practice career, Bob has concentrated on employee benefits and tax law matters, including executive compensation and deferred compensation arrangements
- He regularly advises employers on plan maintenance, investment-related requirements, fiduciary considerations, and plan termination issues
- Bob is Board Certified in Tax Law by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization and was part of the initial group of attorneys in Louisiana to receive tax law certification
- He has also served on the specialization board, contributing to the development of tax law standards within the state
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Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baton Rouge.
Employment Law in Baton Rouge
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Baton Rouge
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baton Rouge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Baton Rouge Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Baton Rouge-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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Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association and Virginia, Virginia State Bar, Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Employment Practice
Concentrating on employment means Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Baton Rouge
A Baton Rouge-based practice means Robert C. "Bob" 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 Robert C. "Bob" Schmidt Handles in Baton Rouge
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