Wilfried P. Schmitz is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and received this certification in 2000. He has practiced law for over 30 years after receiving a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Christian University and a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law.
Mr. Schmitz is a fellow of the College of the State Bar of Texas and a member of the American Bar Association, State Bar of Texas, Houston Bar Association, Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists and Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists.
He is licensed to practice law in all State Courts in Texas, the Southern and Northern United States Federal Districts Courts in Texas, and the United States Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit in New Orleans. His law firm serves Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend, Brazoria and Liberty counties.
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17040 El Camino Real Suite 400, Houston, TX, 77058
18 Client Reviews
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Posted by Stuart | October 23, 2018 | Child Custody
50/50 Custody
Mr. Schmitz fought hard for my friend to protect his constitutional right to have equal possession of his children. Children need both parents equally. Thank you Mr. Schmitz for fighting for my friend and his daughters!
Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2018
Good Experience
Did not move forward, however was quick to return my call and the phone consult was very informative and free. Considering a referral of his in a different jurisdiction at this point. Mr. Schmitz is apparently very well reputed and was recommended to me by a concerned parent.
Posted by Karina | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Attorney!
Mr Schmitz has always provided me with excellent advice and service. He is extremely knowledgeable, hard working, trustworthy and compassionate. Going through a divorce is extremely difficult, especially when children are involved. Mr Schmitz and his staff have always treated me very kind and reall...
Posted by Ronda | March 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Practices law with integrity and dignity
What impresses me most about Mr. Schmitz is that he is smart, tough, and a formidable opponent, yet stays within the boundaries of integrity. He has a confident, commanding presence, and while working with him I was often struck by his extensive expertise. He always took the time to explain every ste...
Posted by Jonathan | February 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Professional and Grounded.
If you are looking for a lawyer to feed your belly full of all the fluffy promises your heart desires keep looking. If however you want a lawyer that will be honest with you and set you with a realistic set of expectations, which he can and will deliver on; you will be hard pressed to find a be...
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Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Magazine
2000
Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1984 - Present
Owner, Wilfried P. Schmitz & Associates
2010 - Present
Galveston County Family Law Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Texas Academy of Family Law SpecialistsMember
2000 - Present
Gulf Coast Family Law SpecialistsMember
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Fellow
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
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BS - Bachelor of Science
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