$ 250-350 per hour
Walter A. Schmidlin III
About Walter
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Winning at the trial level is important, but winning before the trial level is more important.
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Licensed in New Jersey for 24 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Carolina for 26 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Stewart, Schmidlin, & Bullock, PLLC
P.O. Drawer 120, 115 S. 3rd Street., Smithfield, NC, 27577
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Posted by Britney | June 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Mr. Schmidlin is the best!
Mr. Schmidlin represented my Real Estate company in a case against a disgruntle tenant. He had vast knowledge of the law. He was meticulous, witty, focused and exudes confidence. Everything you could want when you hire a lawyer. You will not go wrong if you hire him! He's amazing!
Posted by Laurie/Erik | September 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer, Great Man
We were referred to Walter from another attorney. From the initial consult to the end of the case, he never changed his attitude towards us or the situation. He treated us with respect and kindness every time we talked via phone, email or met in his office. Walter is a not a lawyer who will tell you...
Posted by Matt/Brittany | June 23, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Hands down best lawyer in Johnston County!!!
Understands and argues the law very professionally. If you need a hash mark in your win column, contact Walter!! Made us feel confident in our case and always assured we were in goods hands!
Posted by Jim | May 24, 2015
Review for Walter A. Schmidlin III
My highest possible recommendation! Few things in life can leave you more rattled that a legal problem, where you have no knowledge and can only fear the worst. Walter eased those fears at our first meeting. He was through and to the point in determining the situation of the case and it's probable...
Posted by Alanna | April 16, 2014
I owe everything to Walter
Walter's persistence, confidence, intelligence and experience far exceeded any expectations I could have ever had. Not only does he handle the case like a pro, but went above and beyond even after he fulfilled his duties. He believes in justice and will fight for you till the end. I was so lucky to h...
Walter A. Schmidlin III's Lawyer Endorsements
"Great lawyer, great person. Trustworthy, efficient and professional. Walter and I have worked jointly on many legal matters with amazing success. I have worked with Walter jointly on several criminal and civil matters with amazing success, If you have a matter of any kind in Smithfield, go to Walter's office."
"Walter is an outstanding attorney who I have been recommending to clients for years. He does great work for his clients and out of the literally dozens of people that I have recommended to him I have never heard a single complaint. Do will continue to recommend him in the future and always feel confident that he will provide the best possible representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Walter is zealous advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him to those in need of a real litigator."
"Walter is thoroughly knowledgeable in State and Federal criminal matters. He is a skillful advocate and a tenacious fighter for his clients."
"Walter is an excellent attorney. I would use him for any legal matter."
"Walter Schmidlin is a former assistant DA (in multiple counties), a skilled civil lawyer, and an excellent criminal lawyer. As a former prosecutor, he is keenly aware of how the government builds its case. As a criminal defense lawyer, I've known him to always have his clients' best interests, and also as a defense attorney who has an excellent reputation as a trial attorney."
"Walter recently completed a jury trial of a difficult civil matter, involving fraud in the sale of a house, and he obtained a very good result for the client. It was wonderful verdict, resulting from his hard work, while being opposed by very competent counsel. I am glad to endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Walter Schmidlin for more than 6 years and he has always done a superb job for each and every clinet. He is fearless in pursuit of what is in his client's best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
1998
Law Review, Rutgers University School of Law
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Attorney, Stewart and Schmidlin, PLLC
2005 - 2007
Attorney, Anderson and Jones, PLLC
2003 - 2005
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office - 11th District
1999 - 2002
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office - 2nd District
Associations
2012 - Present
Scholarship Committee - Johnston County BarMember
2007 - Present
Johnston County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
North Carolina BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Contract negotiation
No trial - just negotiation
Education
1999
Rutgers School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1992
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Constitutional Law Day
Constitutional Law Issues
2007
Annual Construction Law Conference
Criminal Matters Arising in Construction Cases
2006
Central Carolina Community College
BLET - Legal Updates for Law Enforcement
2005
Central Carolina Community College
BLET - Legal Updates for Law Enforcement
2004
Central Carolina Community College
BLET - Legal Updates for Law Enforcement
2003
Central Carolina Community College
BLET - Legal Updates for Law Enforcement
2002
Beaufort County Community College
BLET - Legal Updates for Law Enforcement
2001
Beaufort County Community College
BLET - Legal Updates for Law Enforcement
2000
Beaufort County Community College
BLET - Legal Updates for Law Enforcement
Publications
1998
Rutgers Law Journal
Are New Jersey Cops Worth Less?
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I have a warrant for failure to comply on traffic ticket fines and I wanted to know if I can get an attorney to recall this?
18 May 2013
Q&A
If Expunged record is not on court records, will it still show up on BCI and/or FBI Background Check?
13 May 2013
Q&A
I've moved out of state and have been subpoenaed to testify in the state I used to reside do I have to return to testify?
13 May 2013