Atty. Wayne Walter Schmidt
Wayne Walter Schmidt is a lawyer practicing general practice, government, labor and employment and 1 other area of law. Wayne received a B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving Des Plaines, IL · 60+ Years Experience
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About Wayne Walter Schmidt at a Glance
Wayne Walter Schmidt is an Exec. Dir. & Supervising Coun. based in Des Plaines, Illinois. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1966), Illinois (1968), District of Columbia (1970), and New York (1982). Educated at Northwestern University (LL.M. Oklahoma, 1974) and University of New Mexico (B.A., 1964). Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Des Plaines, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Wayne Walter Schmidt
- Wayne Walter Schmidt is a lawyer practicing general practice, government, labor and employment and 1 other area of law
- Wayne received a B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Wayne practices in Des Plaines, IL
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Wayne Walter Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Walter Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Plaines.
Employment Law in Des Plaines
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Wayne Walter Schmidt is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Rights in Des Plaines
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Wayne Walter Schmidt is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Des Plaines
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Wayne Walter Schmidt is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Plaines
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Des Plaines are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Des Plaines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Plaines-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 Des Plaines Choose Wayne Walter 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 Wayne Walter Schmidt's practice in the field of employment, civil rights, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Wayne Walter Schmidt brings 60+ 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 New Mexico, Illinois, and District of Columbia, Wayne Walter Schmidt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, civil rights, and government, Wayne Walter Schmidt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Plaines
A Des Plaines-based practice means Wayne Walter 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 Wayne Walter Schmidt Handles in Des Plaines
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Wayne Walter Schmidt has experience with under Illinois 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 Wayne Walter Schmidt directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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