Atty. Christopher Patrick Shema
Mr. Christopher Patrick Shema is a lawyer practicing burglary, divorce, family law and 3 other areas of law.
Burglary & More Attorney · Serving Terre Haute, IN · 38+ Years Experience
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About Christopher Patrick Shema at a Glance
Christopher Patrick Shema is a Member based in Terre Haute, Indiana, practicing at Shema Law Firm. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S (1988), and Indiana (1995). Educated at College of William and Mary (J.D., 1988) and George Mason University (B.S., 1980). Active member of Norfolk/Portsmouth and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serves clients in Terre Haute, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher Patrick Shema
- Mr. Christopher Patrick Shema is a lawyer practicing burglary, divorce, family law and 3 other areas of law
- Christopher received a B.S. degree from George Mason University in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Christopher practices at Shema Law Firm in Terre Haute, IN
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Christopher Patrick Shema's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Patrick Shema handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Terre Haute.
DUI / DWI Defense in Terre Haute
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Divorce in Terre Haute
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Personal Injury in Terre Haute
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Criminal Defense in Terre Haute
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Family Law in Terre Haute
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Terre Haute
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Terre Haute are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Terre Haute Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Terre Haute-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 Terre Haute Choose Christopher Patrick Shema
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 Christopher Patrick Shema's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher Patrick Shema brings 38+ 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 Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S, and Indiana, Christopher Patrick Shema can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and personal injury, Christopher Patrick Shema can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Terre Haute
A Terre Haute-based practice means Christopher Patrick Shema 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 Christopher Patrick Shema Handles in Terre Haute
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