There are many different terms that are used to describe an attorney- at law,, from that title, to lawyer, to various terms that describe the activity and actions of a litigator or advocate. At Schmal Law, we take very seriously another title and role of a lawyer, and that is that of a counselor as in counseling clients. Tim Schmal founded Schmal Law on the basic principles of ethical and fair representation of clients, while zealously representing the interests of clients, but first ascertaining the true interests and objectives of the clients. More times than not, an early and amicable resolution of a dispute is in the best interest of all parties. Tim Schmal brings 34 years of experience as a civil litigation attorney, including extensive experience as a trial attorney. Therefore, on the relatively uncommon occasion when the most appropriate outcome of a case is a trial by one's peers, we have the skills and abilities to handle your matter from inception to conclusion.. Civil lawsuits and claims,Personal injury,plaintiff,and defense,Property damage and disputes,including landslides,floods,subsidence,construction defects,neighbor disputes,trees,landlord-tenant habitability,homeowners insurance coverage,etc.,Governor tort liability,including police and civil rights,Small business,Almost all forms of civil litigation,Trials,mediation,arbitration,and Court Appointed Special Master.