$ 550-650 per hour
Sanjay Stephen Schmidt
About Sanjay
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in New Mexico for 18 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Sanjay S. Schmidt
1388 Sutter Street, Suite 810, San Francisco, CA, 94109
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Sanjay Stephen Schmidt's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 18 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Pamela | June 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Criminal Defense
Sanjay was absolutely wonderful in the handling of my case. He is very prompt returning phone calls and explains everything in detail and in terms that I could understand. This is very important when picking an attorney or a doctor. I would recommend Sanjay to anyone that needs an attorney. He is ex...
Posted by KS | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Sanjay goes above and beyond
Sanjay was extremely helpful in my legal matter. He would always respond to my calls and emails promptly. He made my case as simple as possible for me alleviating many of the concerns that I had. I would highly recommend him. It is apparent when first meeting with him that he is extremely knowledgea...
Posted by Tony | December 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney, doesn't know the meaning of the word QUIT.
Sanjay won our case at a Jury Trial with a verdict of Not Guilty after a hard fought trial, even though he took some major heat from the judge who seemed intent on having him fail. If you're looking to hire an attorney, do yourself a favor and hire Sanjay Schmidt you won't regret it. He has extensive...
Posted by Sam | February 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome experience
I worked with Sanjay Schmidt on a police misconduct case starting last year. This guy knows his stuff first off. The direction he wanted to go with my case was probably the best way to take it, which was to find out every Constitutional rights violations he could, and go for the jugular. He decided...
Posted by Carol | November 1, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Goes The Extra Mile To Defend
Sanjay assisted our teen with a complicated allegation and was successful in getting the case dismissed to protect our teen's future. He researched and found solid legal defenses to fight this charge and defend her rights. He explained the legal approach to us in language we could understand. His d...
Sanjay Stephen Schmidt's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sanjay is smart, hard working and aggressive. I highly recommend him."
"Sanjay Schmidt is an outstanding, hardworking attorney who will go the extra mile for his clients. He is an excellent negotiator and trial advocate. I had the pleasure of working closely with him when we were young attorneys starting out and have watched him build and expand his practice. I wholly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Sanjay and I co-counseled two civil rights cases recently, obtaining very favorable settlements for our clients in both cases. I consider Sanjay to be one of the very best attorneys in the Bay Area for police misconduct cases. Sanjay has both the book smarts and the street smarts to be a highly effective advocate for his clients in these difficult and hard-fought cases. And few lawyers I know are as hard working or dedicated to their clients as Sanjay is. He also happens to be a great guy."
"Sanjay is very knowledgeable and helpful. I appreciate his professional input on my cases."
"I endorse Sanjay. I have seen his work on many occasions and it is first rate. His clients are lucky to have his skill and expertise working on their behalf. You are in good hands."
"Sanjay Stephen Schmidt is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments on AVVO show his commitment to serving his clients very, very well. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"Sanjay Schmidt is an dedicated fighter for the underdog. His eagerness to deeply and thoroughly research the legal issues involved in his cases make him a formidable attorney. Put your faith in Sanjay, and you can rely on an excellent result."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Schmidt is a caring and zealous advocate. He strives to achieve maximum benefits for his clients, as he takes his responsibility on their behalf, seriously. He works hard, and is diligent in his representation."
"Mr. Schmidt has assisted me on complex legal issues in the past. As a criminal defense attorney who has been practicing for over 10 years, I value his analysis and opinions. Without hesitation, I endorse this lawyer."
"It is a pleasure and an honor to endorse Attorney Sanjay Schmidt. Mr. Schmidt is an exceptional plaintiff's attorney, as well as a fellow member of both the Consumer Attorneys of California and the National Police Accountability Project, each a group of dedicated attorneys who strive to protect the rights of everyday individuals. He is a zealous and effective advocate for his clients and well respected among his peers. Sanjay gets my strongest endorsement and recommendation as an attorney that can be trusted to give 100% effort to each and every one of his cases."
"I have had the great pleasure to both work with and learn from Sanjay. We both have a passion to win, and the fire to 'fight the good fight' is strong in Sanjay. I know from first-hand experience he is a GREAT criminal defense attorney, but have heard accolades of his wins in both the areas of personal injury and civil rights. You will not go wrong if you have Sanjay as your attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sanjay's rates are reasonable and he is what a criminal defense lawyer should be - hard working, caring, and someone who has pride in his work because he genuinely loves what he does. I heard about Sanjay through a partner at my law firm, Christopher Moore. After meeting Sanjay, it was obvious he knows a lot about criminal defense and DUIs! I referred a DUI case to Sanjay, not thinking much would come of it. Basically, it was a case where I was pretty sure the person would be doing serious time - caught behind the wheel, with the engine running while several times over the legal limit. Sanjay carefully evaluated the case. Using his skill and expertise, he was able to somehow get the client an incredible deal, without needing to do any time behind bars. The client was so happy she called the office ecstatic about the outcome. All I have to say is if you want the best at a reasonable price, it's a no brainer - choose Sanjay Schmidt."
"I've known Sonjay since law school where he was committed to representing the criminally accused. He's taken that fire and become a very effective litigator. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this attorney to anyone who has been charged with a crime or needs an experienced litigator on their side."
"I had the pleasure of meeting Sanjay. In fact, I was present when he vigourously and expertly argued a motion to dismiss a criminal case that could have had significant impacts on his client. His depth of knowledge of the issues, facts, and legal argument prevailed. Based on what I observed, Sanjay is a fighter and not afraid to actually litigate in the best interst of his clients. Congrats on the motion to dismiss that was granted today!!!!!"
"Mr. Sanjay Schmidt and I have worked both as lawyer in the community together and as co-workers. Currently we are co-counsel on a couple of civil and criminal cases. Mr. Schmidt is aggressive and sophisticated in his approach to criminal defense, civil litigation and civil rights litigation. It's with great pleasure to endorse Mr. Schmidt as an great lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sanjay Schmidt is a tireless advocate for his criminal defense clients. He is well respected in the criminal defense community by defense lawyers and prosecutors alike. If you are arrested in Alameda County or anywhere in the East Bay you owe it to yourself to call Sanjay Schmidt for a consultation."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Stars - Civil Rights (2.5% of Attorneys Are Selected), Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Stars - Civil Rights (2.5% of Attorneys Are Selected), Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Stars - Civil Rights (2.5% of Attorneys Are Selected), Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2016
Rising Stars - Civil Rights (2.5% of Attorneys are Selected), Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2015
Rising Stars - Civil Rights (2.5% of Attorneys are Selected), Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2007
Scored in 98th Percentile Multistate Bar Exam (New Mexico), Multi-State Bar Exam
2007
Two Essays Deemed Best Bar Exam Answers (Model Answers), New Mexico Bar Exam
2006
Witkin Award For Academic Excellence: Remedies (Spring 2006), WITKIN
2005
CALI Excellence Award: Criminal Procedure (Spring 2005), CALI
2005
Witkin Award For Academic Excellence: Jury Law & Strategies, WITKIN
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Sanjay S. Schmidt
2007 - 2010
Deputy Public Defender IV, San Joaquin County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
San Francisco Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2010 - Present
National Police Accountability ProjectMember
2013 - 2015
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - 2015
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Recovery of $872,651.02 for Excessive Force & Unlawful entry into home
Judgment for $745,651.01; Total Recovery: $872,651.02
$525,000.00 Recovery in Excessive Force (K-9) False Arrest Case
$525,000.00 Settlement
Excessive Force Case Causing Broken Arm
Recovery of $312,500.00
Slip and Fall in Supermarket Causing Back Injury
$250,000.00 Settlement
False Arrest/Unlawful Strip Search
Case Settled for 247,500.00
DUI - DMV HEARING
DMV Hearing Won. Suspension Set Aside s of December 9, 2013
Settlement obtained in trip-and-fall case
Settled case for $75,000.00
Serious Injury
$310,000.00 (confidential settlement with insurer)
Unlawful Seizure & Unlawful Arrest
$120,000.00 Settlement
DUI - Solo Accident (San Mateo County)
CASE DISMISSED prior to trial
Domestic Violence Case
CASE DISMISSED prior to trial
Domestic Violence Case
Case DISMISSED prior to trial
Armed Robbery Case
One Count of 211 Armed enhancement Dismissed; 142 days county jail and PROBATION
Fraud & Elder Abuse
Recovery of $125,000.00 per a settlement
Education
N/A
Santa Clara Univ SOL
law
N/A
Univ of Oregon
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2018
57th Annual Convention, Police Brutality Seminar
Qualified Immunity Under Section 1983 and The Bane Act State Law Cause of Action
2017
Fighting Back: Getting Justice for Clients Hurt by Police (November 14, 2017)
Assessing and Preserving Civil Rights Claims on Behalf of Criminal Defendants
2016
National Police Accountability Project
Discovery - Flash Presentation
2013
Identifying Civil Rights & Police Misconduct Cases
Police Misconduct & Civil Rights Litigation: Protecting Human Dignity
Publications
2019
Fox 2, KTVU News
Excessive Force Suit Against Vallejo Police Officer
2018
2018
Federal Supplement
Pierce v. County of Marin, et al., 291 F. Supp. 3d 982 (N.D. Cal. 2018)
2018
Federal Supplement
Scalia v. Cty. of Kern, 308 F. Supp. 3d 1064 (E.D. Cal. 2018)
2018
The Daily Californian
Former UCPD officer sues UC regents, UCPD for false arrest, imprisonment at protest
2017
2017
2017
2017
2017
2017
Federal Supplement
Napa State Hosp., et al., 255 F. Supp. 3d 978 (2017)
2016
Contra Costa Times
Veteran suing Concord police for excessive force, wrongful arrest
2016
2015
Modesto Bee
Excessive Force Claim Settled for $165,000.00
2015
2014
www.Leagle.com
Olvera v. City of Modesto, et al.
2014
Daily Journal
Daily Journal Verdicts and Settlements; April 11, 2014
2014
Lexis Nexis Publishing
Olvera v. City of Modesto, et al.
2013
Lexis Nexis Publishing
Daniel v. City of Antioch, et al.
2013
Lexis Nexis Publishing
Wettstein v. City and County of San Francisco
2013
Lexis Nexis Publishing
Lilay, Inc. v. City of Antioch, et al.
2013
2013
Consumer Attorneys of California e clips
Modesto Settles Illegal Search Lawsuit
Languages
English