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As a Rochester Divorce Attorney I have handled million-dollar divorce cases and high-profile murder trials throughout New York state courts. Regardless of the case, I always take the time to care for the individual needs of my clients.
I have more than 20 years of trial experience focused on family law and criminal defense matters. I am also skilled with the analysis and resolution of property division problems in divorce cases of all kinds.
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36 West Main Street, Suite 504, Rochester, NY, 14614
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Posted by Sviatlana | August 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Going through a divorce is one of the hardest things in life, and I am truly grateful that I had Mr. Schmitt by my side. He is not only an excellent lawyer with deep knowledge of New York divorce law, but also a professional who listens, explains, and cares. What impressed me most was his ability to...
Posted by Sviatlana | August 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Going through a divorce is one of the hardest things in life, and I am truly grateful that I had Mr. Schmitt by my side. He is not only an excellent lawyer with deep knowledge of New York divorce law, but also a professional who listens, explains, and cares. What impressed me most was his ability to...
Posted by Brian | July 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
After getting off the phone with Michael Schmitt the first time we spoke, I knew he was top notch. Respectful, Composed, Experienced and Polite were my first thoughts. He is solid in his approach, has it handled and knows how to negotiate any maze of difficult cases. His office staff are high class ...
Posted by Robert | October 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I'm so very thankful I found and retained Michael's services to represent me in my custody and child support case. Michael was extremely attentive, empathetic, knowledgeable, responsive and fought for me every step of the way. From our very first meeting, he explained everything to me and what ...
Posted by Richard | June 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney
From the first day I met Mr. Schmitt he was very welcoming and concerned for me and my situation. My father passed away and I took in my siblings which he had custody of so we can all stay together. I was having issues with a custody battle and the possibility of them getting split up which I didn’t ...
"Mike Schmitt is one of the best family law lawyers in the Rochester area. He is also the most zealous advocate for clients. His strong belief that is he should fight for his clients rights and not give up just to settle a case, whether it be in a criminal case or a divorce of a family court matter. His knowledge and experience are unsurpassed. One of his greatest assets is that he is a former Monroe County Attorney handling hundreds of child support cases. No one is better sutied to handle a family court case in our area. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI lawyer
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
2014-2015 PRO BONO HONOR ROLL, Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County, Inc.
2011 - Present
Managing Partner, Michael D. Schmitt & Associates P.C.
2005 - 2010
Partner, Romeo & Schmitt P.C.
2000 - 2005
Prosecuting Attorney, Monroe County Law Department
1999 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Monroe County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
The Court finds that the maternal Great-Grandmother has not established extraordinary circumstances to retain custody of the child.
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BS - Bachelor of Science
English