Atty. Brian Allen Schaffer
Mr. Brian Allen Schaffer is a lawyer practicing administrative and public, administrative, government/administrative and 9 other areas of law.
Administrative & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 43+ Years Experience
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About Brian Allen Schaffer at a Glance
Brian Allen Schaffer is an Associate based in Houston, Texas, practicing at De la Rosa Law Firm. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, elder law, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania US Court of Federal Claims (1983), District of Columbia Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1984), Texas (1985), and Georgia US Supreme Court (1999). Educated at Georgetown University (LLM Georgetown, 1985) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A. Georgetown, 1980). Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Allen Schaffer
- Mr. Brian Allen Schaffer is a lawyer practicing administrative and public, administrative, government/administrative and 9 other areas of law
- Brian received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Brian practices at De la Rosa Law Firm in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Brian Allen Schaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Allen Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Employment Law in Houston
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Brian Allen Schaffer is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →
Social Security Disability in Houston
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Brian Allen Schaffer is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Texas →
Elder Law in Houston
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Brian Allen Schaffer is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Texas →
Education Law in Houston
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Brian Allen Schaffer is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Texas →
Government & Administrative Law in Houston
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Brian Allen Schaffer is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Brian Allen Schaffer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Allen Schaffer's practice in the field of employment, ssd, elder law, education, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Allen Schaffer brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania US Court of Federal Claims, District of Columbia Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court, and Texas, Brian Allen Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, ssd, and elder law, Brian Allen Schaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Brian Allen Schaffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Allen Schaffer Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian Allen Schaffer has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian Allen Schaffer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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