Atty. Christopher Michael Schappe

Atty. Christopher Michael Schappe

Christopher Michael Schappe is a lawyer practicing general practice, employment discrimination, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Columbia Columbia 26 Years Experience 26 year

Profile Summary

About Christopher Michael Schappe at a glance

Christopher Michael Schappe is a Member based in Columbia, Missouri, practicing at Abbott, Schappe & Francis, LLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on discrimination, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (2000) and U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Missouri (2000). Educated at University of Missouri at Columbia (J.D. MPA, 2000) and University of Missouri at Columbia (B.A. MPA, 1993). Active member of Cole County and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys American Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Columbia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Michael Schappe is a lawyer practicing general practice, employment discrimination, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Christopher practices at Abbott, Schappe & Francis, LLC in Columbia, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Michael Schappe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Michael Schappe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Christopher Michael Schappe is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Michael Schappe

Where is Christopher Michael Schappe's law office located?
Christopher Michael Schappe's law practice is located in Columbia, Missouri. The firm is Abbott, Schappe & Francis, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Michael Schappe handle?
Christopher Michael Schappe focuses on discrimination, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Christopher Michael Schappe practiced law?
Christopher Michael Schappe has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Christopher Michael Schappe go to law school?
Christopher Michael Schappe earned their education at (J.D. MPA, 2000); (B.A. MPA, 1993).
How can I contact Christopher Michael Schappe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. MPA
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 2000
B.A. MPA
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Missouri
Admitted: 2000

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