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Amy Randall Schroder
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Biography
Amy Schroder graduated from the University of California at Irvine magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. While at UCI Amy was a member of the UCI Law Forum. She continues to support the organization through the Alumni Association and its efforts to introduce undergraduate students to the importance of the ethical practice of law.
After graduating from UCI, Amy attended Chapman University School of Law in Orange, California. At Chapman, Amy was a member of the Appellate Moot Court Board and worked as an editor for the Lexus Journal of Law and Policy. Amy earned her Juris Doctor degree and passed the California State Bar Exam on her first attempt. Amy continued her education, receiving her Master of Laws in Trial Advocacy from Chapman.
Following law school, Amy worked as a prosecutor for the Orange County District Attorney. As a Deputy D.A., Amy prosecuted numerous felony and misdemeanor criminal cases and she brings this knowledge and experience to her criminal defense practice on the Central Coast.
In addition to volunteering as an Attorney-Coach for the Constitutional Rights Foundation Mock Trial Program, Amy has been an active member and on the board of numerous Bar Associations, including, the San Luis Obispo County Bar Association, Orange County Bar Association, West Orange County Bar Association (Secretary), Orange County Women Lawyers Association, and The William P. Gray Legion Lex American Inn of Court (Secretary).
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
45%
15 years
DUI and DWI
35%
15 years
Domestic Violence
10%
15 years
Expungement
10%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2011
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Tom | August 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Simply Outstanding
Amy provided professional, competent, and friendly representation for my third DUI case. I felt that I was in great hands while Amy handled my case. Beyond her top-notch legal representation, Amy also held my hand through the process. She is as much an excellent emotional counselor as she is an excel...
Posted by Keigan | March 23, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Professional, Helpful Lawyer
My case closed a few months ago, but I am just now having the time to revisit this and leave this review. I live in Wisconsin, and not in California where the Misdemeanor crime took place and so I needed to hire an attorney who could represent me at all of the court dates so that I could come back h...
Amy Randall Schroder's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of working with Amy Schroder during my time as a prosecutor with Orange County DA's office. She always conducted business professionally and held her clients best interest at all times. I recommend and endorse Amy as a criminal defense attorney."
"I strongly endorse Amy Schroeder at an attorney. She is professional and provides quality legal services."
"I have known Attorney Schroder for several years in Orange County. She is always a professional both in and out of Court. I would have no hesitation in referring a friend or family member."
"I have known Ms. Schroder for several years, and she is an outstanding attorney. She is a dedicated professional and provides excellent legal services. I wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Schroder."
"Amy is a skilled defense attorney and a tenacious advocate of her clients' interests. I endorse her."
"Amy is an excellent attorney who works hard for her clients. I highly endorse her"
"I've had the pleasure of working with Amy, even when she was with the DA's office, she was always knowledgeable, well prepared, and reasonable. Now that she doing defense work those same qualities make her an asset to her clients and to her fellow attorneys."
"I have referred numerous cases to Amy and she has handled every crazy and complicated matter I've thrown at her. Whether you are a potential client or fellow lawyer in the community looking to refer, I highly recommend Amy."
"Amy is one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Orange County. She often gets cases dismissed before trial. Her trial skills are impressive. Hire her if you need a lawyer who can really fight for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Amy knows both the prosecution and defense sides of a case, having worked in the D.A.'s office. She is aggressive, intelligent, and really cares about her clients. I have recommended clients to her and will continue to do so based on the great results she obtains and the feedback I have received."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a very intelligent and successful criminal defense attorney. I would recommend her for your criminal defense needs."
"I have known Amy since her time in the District Attorney's office. Now, in representing her clients, she is dedicated and tireless in trying to achieve the best outcome she can for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse her."
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Experience
Honors
2016
President's Award, West Orange County Bar Association
2015
President's Award, West Orange County Bar Association
2010
Excellence for the Future: California Constitutional Law, CALI
2009
Golden Quill, Rutan & Tucker
2009
Excellence for the Future: Legal Research & Writing, CALI
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Amy Schroder
2011 - 2012
Deputy District Attorney, Orange County District Attorney
Associations
2019 - Present
San Luis Obispo County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
San Luis Obispo County Bar Association, Criminal DefenseMember
Orange County Bar Association
West Orange County Bar Association
Secretary
Orange County Women Lawyers Association
William P. Gray Legion Lex American Inn of Court
Secretary
State Bar of California
Sample of Legal Cases
Saved Client's Career
Wet Reckless instead of 2nd DUI
Education
N/A
Chapman Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Chapman University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
N/A
Univ of California Irvine
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Orange County Le Tip
Criminal Consequences of Hit and Run
2014
Orange County Le Tip
DUI Basics
Publications
2012
Greenhaven Press
Election Spending: Opposing Viewpoints Series
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Would I be able to do a DUI program online?
17 Apr 2017
Q&A
Can I get a DUI expunged before the 3 year probation is over?
02 Apr 2017
Q&A
DUI probation termination & expungement probability
02 Mar 2017