Godfrey P. Schmidt

Godfrey P. Schmidt (1903 –1998) was an American lawyer involved in anti-Communist and anti-union activities who represented Bella Dodd and worked against Jimmy Hoffa.

[1][2] Godfrey P. Schmidt was born on July 15, 1903, in the Bronx borough of New York City.

[1] On September 9, 1952, Schmidt served as legal counsel to former Communist and Teachers Union official Bella Dodd when she testified before the SISS in Manhattan.

[3] Schmidt was particularly noted for his stance against Jimmy Hoffa.

[4] He served on the board of National Review magazine and was the first candidate for Governor of New York State on the Conservative Party ticket.