Atty. William Lionel Schmidt

Atty. William Lionel Schmidt

William Lionel Schmidt is a lawyer practicing prison law, civil rights, litigation. William received a B.S. degree from California State University, Chico, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Pismo Beach Pismo Beach 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About William Lionel Schmidt at a glance

William Lionel Schmidt is a Member based in Pismo Beach, California, practicing at William L. Schmidt Attorney at Law. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on litigation and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (2000). Educated at McGeorge School of Law J.D. (—) and California State University, Chico B.S. (—). Serands clients in Pismo Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • William Lionel Schmidt is a lawyer practicing prison law, civil rights, litigation
  • William received a B.S. degree from California State University, Chico, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • William practices at William L. Schmidt Attorney at Law in Pismo Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Lionel Schmidt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Lionel Schmidt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pismo Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is William Lionel Schmidt's law office located?
William Lionel Schmidt's law practice is located in Pismo Beach, California. The firm is William L. Schmidt Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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William Lionel Schmidt focuses on litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Lionel Schmidt practiced law?
William Lionel Schmidt has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
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Education

McGeorge School of Law J.D.
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California State University, Chico B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2000

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