C.L. Mike Schmidt

C.L. Mike Schmidt is a Washington, DC attorney who represents clients in civil rights and personal injury matters. His practice focuses on people harmed by serious misconduct, unsafe products, negligence, and violations of protected rights. He brings extensive trial experience to complex claims and works to hold powerful defendants accountable. Clients benefit from careful case review, clear communication, and determined advocacy aimed at securing fair compensation and meaningful justice effectively.

Mike completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin and earned his J.D. from Baylor University School of Law. His education supported a career built on courtroom advocacy, legal analysis, and client service. He applies that foundation to civil rights and injury cases involving detailed evidence, difficult facts, and high stakes. His training helps clients understand claims, risks, and options before major decisions in litigation or settlements.

Mike has achieved board certifications as a Civil Trial Law Specialist, Personal Injury Trial Law Specialist, and Civil Trial Specialist through recognized legal organizations. His career includes authorship of a personal injury law practice guide and membership in respected trial lawyer groups. He has handled significant injury and wrongful death matters, including work featured in a documentary, showing deep experience with complex evidence and trial presentation in court and negotiation.

C.L. Mike Schmidt is licensed in the District of Columbia and serves clients in Washington. His recognitions include fellowship in leading trial lawyer organizations, membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and listings in respected legal publications. Through civil rights and personal injury representation, he helps clients pursue accountability, recover damages, and move forward after harm with focused strategy, proven courtroom skill, and steady professional guidance each day with care.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Schmidt & Clark, LLP
• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
• Member, International Academy of Trial Lawyers
• Member, International Society of Barristers
• Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Former National Membership Chairman, American Board of Trial Advocates

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Texas

Education

• Baylor University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Texas at Austin

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