Leslie Schmidt is a financial services associate who focuses her practice on commercial lending, banking, and financial institutions.
Leslie’s diverse background includes valuable experience in community banking. As a Loan Processor, she processed and closed a variety of loan types, including commercial and industrial, real estate-secured, construction, and agriculture loans. She also served as an Assistant to the VP of Operations. In this capacity, she prepared reports for internal and external audits, bank examiners, and the Board of Directors. Likewise, Leslie acted as a customer liaison for account and identity fraud cases, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to customer service.
Additionally, Leslie's role as an Assistant Bank Secrecy Officer was pivotal in ensuring the bank's compliance with regulations. She was responsible for monitoring high-risk customer activity and preparing FinCEN reports, playing a crucial role in upholding the bank's legal obligations and maintaining its strong reputation in the community.
Through her experience in community banking, Leslie has a comprehensive understanding of financial operations, risk management, and regulatory compliance and is committed to leveraging this experience to drive success in her current role.
Prior to her career in finance, Leslie was a successful small business owner, running a thriving bakery for over ten years. This entrepreneurial experience has provided her with valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities businesses face, further enhancing her ability to serve her clients.
Away from the Office
Leslie is all things Texas Aggies! She and her family love spending time in College Station and attending games. When Leslie is not cheering on the Aggies, you can find her baking, camping, fishing, or scuba diving.
Practice Areas
- Business & Corporate
- Construction
- Financial Services
- Real Estate Financing
Credentials
Bar Admissions
- State Bar of Texas (2022)
Education
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Texas A&M University School of Law, J.D., 2022
- Deans List
- Senior Citation Editor, Texas A&M Journal of Property Law
- Eldon B. Mahon Inn of Court
- Hardin-Simmons University , B.B.S., 1996
Associations
- State Bar of Texas
- Texas Bankers Association
- Texas Wall Street Women
- Texas Aggie Bar Association
- Dallas Bar Association
- Tarrant County Bar Association
- Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
- Hardin Simmons Legal Leaders Advisory Board
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