Atty. Thomas Brian Schiels

Atty. Thomas Brian Schiels

Thomas Brian Schiels is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Thomas received a degree from St Johns University, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Yakima Yakima 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Thomas Brian Schiels at a glance

Thomas Brian Schiels is an Atty. Pros., NY Co. Dist. Atty. based in Yakima, Washington. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1980) and Washington (2023). Educated at St Johns University (—). Serands clients in Yakima, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Thomas Brian Schiels is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Thomas received a degree from St Johns University, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Thomas practices in Yakima, WA

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Thomas Brian Schiels's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Brian Schiels handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Yakima are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Thomas Brian Schiels's law practice is located in Yakima, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Thomas Brian Schiels focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Thomas Brian Schiels practiced law?
Thomas Brian Schiels has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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Practice Areas

Education

St Johns University
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Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
Washington
Admitted: 2023

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