Albert L. Schmeiser
1953 – 2025
Late Managing Partner
Albert “Al” Schmeiser’s remarkable career was defined by his passion for innovation, his entrepreneurial spirit, and his unwavering commitment to helping others achieve their goals. Though he initially set out to become a physician, his path led him to patent law—a field that allowed him to combine his scientific curiosity with his legal acumen.
After earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Pure Science in 1975, Al pursued a Juris Doctorate at LeMoyne College, graduating in 1978. Recognizing the opportunity to become a patent attorney with additional chemistry coursework, he embraced the challenge and never looked back. His career began at a traditional intellectual property firm in Albany, NY, but Al quickly realized that he wanted something different—a family oriented environment where employees could thrive in their careers and the personal pursuits. In 1983, he co-founded Schmeiser, Morelle & Watts, and later, in 1994, he and his partner Arlen Olsen restructured the firm as Schmeiser, Olsen & Watts.
Throughout his career, Al worked with companies ranging from startups to Fortune 100 organizations, providing invaluable counsel on intellectual property, business strategy, negotiations, and litigation. He was a sought-after lecturer, mentor, and advisor who found true fulfillment in empowering entrepreneurs and business owners. His ability to identify strategic opportunities set him apart, and he took great pride in helping others navigate the complexities of intellectual property law.
Beyond law, Al’s entrepreneurial spirit extended into business ownership, including franchises such as Bahama Bucks in Arizona and Subway locations in New York. His commitment to service was evident in his leadership as President of the Board of Directors for the Arizona Hemophilia Association, where he helped oversee a medical clinic in Phoenix. As a hemophiliac himself, he had a deep, personal understanding of the challenges others faced and worked tirelessly to support them.
Al also shared his knowledge as an adjunct professor of patent law in Arizona, further shaping the next generation of legal minds. His life was shaped by overcoming trials—born with a life expectancy of just 11 years, he defied the odds with resilience and an unbreakable spirit. His guiding philosophy was simple yet profound: “It’s all about the heart.” Whether as a mentor, attorney, or friend, Al dedicated himself to helping others achieve their dreams, leaving behind a legacy of wisdom, generosity, and determination.
He will be deeply missed, but his impact will live on in the lives of those he inspired.
After earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Pure Science in 1975, Al pursued a Juris Doctorate at LeMoyne College, graduating in 1978. Recognizing the opportunity to become a patent attorney with additional chemistry coursework, he embraced the challenge and never looked back. His career began at a traditional intellectual property firm in Albany, NY, but Al quickly realized that he wanted something different—a family oriented environment where employees could thrive in their careers and the personal pursuits. In 1983, he co-founded Schmeiser, Morelle & Watts, and later, in 1994, he and his partner Arlen Olsen restructured the firm as Schmeiser, Olsen & Watts.
Throughout his career, Al worked with companies ranging from startups to Fortune 100 organizations, providing invaluable counsel on intellectual property, business strategy, negotiations, and litigation. He was a sought-after lecturer, mentor, and advisor who found true fulfillment in empowering entrepreneurs and business owners. His ability to identify strategic opportunities set him apart, and he took great pride in helping others navigate the complexities of intellectual property law.
Beyond law, Al’s entrepreneurial spirit extended into business ownership, including franchises such as Bahama Bucks in Arizona and Subway locations in New York. His commitment to service was evident in his leadership as President of the Board of Directors for the Arizona Hemophilia Association, where he helped oversee a medical clinic in Phoenix. As a hemophiliac himself, he had a deep, personal understanding of the challenges others faced and worked tirelessly to support them.
Al also shared his knowledge as an adjunct professor of patent law in Arizona, further shaping the next generation of legal minds. His life was shaped by overcoming trials—born with a life expectancy of just 11 years, he defied the odds with resilience and an unbreakable spirit. His guiding philosophy was simple yet profound: “It’s all about the heart.” Whether as a mentor, attorney, or friend, Al dedicated himself to helping others achieve their dreams, leaving behind a legacy of wisdom, generosity, and determination.
He will be deeply missed, but his impact will live on in the lives of those he inspired.