Atty. Daniel Richard Shaffer
Daniel Richard Shaffer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, health care litigation, commercial litigation. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Schaumburg, IL · 31+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Richard Shaffer at a Glance
Daniel Richard Shaffer is an Attorney based in Schaumburg, Illinois, practicing at WJ Weiser & Associates, Inc.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1995). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1995) and Miami University (B.A., 1992). Active member of Illinois State Bar Association. Serves clients in Schaumburg, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Richard Shaffer
- Daniel Richard Shaffer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, health care litigation, commercial litigation
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Daniel practices at WJ Weiser & Associates, Inc. in Schaumburg, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Richard Shaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Richard Shaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Schaumburg.
Criminal Defense in Schaumburg
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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Business & Corporate Law in Schaumburg
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Civil Litigation in Schaumburg
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Health Care Law in Schaumburg
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Schaumburg
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Schaumburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Schaumburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Schaumburg-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 Schaumburg Choose Daniel Richard Shaffer
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 Daniel Richard Shaffer's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Richard Shaffer brings 31+ 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 Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Daniel Richard Shaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and litigation, Daniel Richard Shaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Schaumburg
A Schaumburg-based practice means Daniel Richard Shaffer 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 Daniel Richard Shaffer Handles in Schaumburg
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Richard Shaffer has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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