Frank J. Schmidt

Frank J. Schmidt is a highly skilled attorney with over 20 years of legal experience in Missouri and Illinois. As a partner at Schmidt Basch, LLC, he focuses on providing practical and customized legal solutions. Mr. Schmidt assists individuals, families, and businesses with estate planning, business succession, and creditor protection. His expertise extends to trust and estate disputes, real estate acquisitions, and lender representation. With a straightforward approach, he works diligently to resolve disputes efficiently, often without the need for court intervention.

Mr. Schmidt graduated magna cum laude with a B.A. in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri, in 1997. He earned his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law in 2000.

Throughout his career, Mr. Schmidt has been dedicated to serving privately owned businesses, financial institutions, and their principals. He assists with asset protection, probate administration, and business planning. Licensed to practice law in Missouri and Illinois, he represents clients in state and federal courts, including the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri and the Southern District of Illinois.

Frank J. Schmidt’s expertise is recognized nationally. He is an Accredited Estate Planner, a designation awarded by the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC). Additionally, he has been selected as a Super Lawyer in Estate Planning & Probate from 2020 to 2024.

Committed to sharing his knowledge, Mr. Schmidt is a sought-after speaker, presenting at legal and financial seminars on topics such as wills, trusts, and business contracts. His efforts have empowered clients to secure their financial futures, protect their assets, and confidently resolve complex disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Schmidt Basch, LLC
• Member, Estate Planning Council of St. Louis
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, Missouri State Bar Association
• Member, Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
• Member, Association for Corporate Growth

Licensed State

• Missouri
• Illinois

Education

• Saint Louis University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Saint Louis University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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