About Anne Prenner

Anne Prenner Schmidt is the principal attorney at The Law Offices of Anne Schmidt, LLC, where she leads a small private practice. She is the lawyer clients turn to for direct counsel and hands-on case management. Her office operates as an independent practice, and she oversees both the day-to-day administration of the firm and the delivery of legal services.

Her career has unfolded in private practice settings. Over time she has taken on a range of responsibilities that come with running a firm: client intake, case strategy, document preparation and courtroom appearances when required. Those duties often rest on a combination of legal analysis and practical decision-making. She manages the litigation calendar, supervises support staff, and keeps lines of communication open with clients through all phases of a matter.

The work in her office covers the common tasks members of the bar perform. That includes drafting pleadings and agreements, negotiating on behalf of clients, preparing for hearings and trials, and advising on procedural matters. She regularly evaluates legal options and helps clients weigh the risks and potential outcomes of different paths. Her practice style emphasizes clarity in explanation and steady case management. She tends to present options candidly and to set realistic expectations for timelines and results.

Colleagues and clients describe the practice as pragmatic. The firm responds to requests for research and court filings, collaborates with other lawyers when specialized expertise is needed, and engages with opposing counsel and courts as the situation requires. The office structure allows for close attorney-client contact. That arrangement supports continuity from initial consultation through resolution, whether a matter ends by agreement or by court decision.

Outside of active casework, she attends to the operational demands that keep a small firm running. Financial management, recordkeeping, and compliance with professional rules are part of the routine. She also coordinates any outside resources the firm brings in, such as expert witnesses or forensic consultants.

She maintains a practice at The Law Offices of Anne Schmidt, LLC, handling a range of legal matters for clients and directing the firm’s services on their behalf.

Office Locations

Main Office

 1736 First Street Highland Park IL 60035