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John G. Schmidt Jr.

A seasoned litigator, John has earned a reputation as a formidable advocate who realistically evaluates his client’s case, needs and goals. John has extensive experience in complex business disputes and commercial litigation, including class actions, shareholder and partner disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, contract disputes, business torts and fraud matters. John represents a variety of companies and individuals—from large corporations to closely-held businesses, professional firms, not-for-profits and individuals. He serves clients in a variety of industries and professions, including health care, energy, legal, technology, finance, education, manufacturing, municipalities, charities and religious groups. John also practices in technology litigation, computer forensics, white collar and government investigations defense, and antitrust. He has extensive litigation experience in state and federal courts, both trial and appellate. John has been appointed by several courts in complex corporate and personal disputes requiring receiverships and fraud investigations. He also serves on the boards of several civic and charitable organizations. · Phillips Lytle LLP

United StatesCommercial Litigation, Class Actions

About

John G. Schmidt Jr. is a seasoned litigator with extensive experience in complex business disputes and commercial litigation, including class actions, shareholder and partner disputes, and fraud matters. He represents a variety of clients across multiple industries and has been appointed by courts for receiverships and fraud investigations.

Practice areas

Commercial LitigationClass ActionsShareholder DisputesPartner DisputesBreach of Fiduciary DutyContract DisputesBusiness TortsFraudTechnology LitigationComputer ForensicsWhite Collar DefenseGovernment Investigations DefenseAntitrust

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Expertise

Health CareEnergyLegalTechnologyFinanceEducationManufacturingMunicipalitiesCharitiesReligious Groups

Education

  • Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law, Newark, J.D., 1993
  • New York University, B.F.A., 1985