Atty. David James Schaffer
David James Schaffer is a lawyer practicing corporate and business transactions, real estate, oil and gas title and transactions and 6 other areas of law. David received a B.S.B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years.
Corporate And Business Transactions & More Attorney · Serving Tulsa, OK · 25+ Years Experience
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About David James Schaffer at a Glance
David James Schaffer is a Director based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, practicing at Schaffer Herring PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma U.S. District Court, Northern District of District of Oklahoma U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth (2001), Texas (2011), and North Dakota (2013). Educated at University of Oklahoma College of Law (J.D., 2001) and Georgetown University (B.S.B.A. Finance, 1997). Active member of Tulsa County and Oklahoma Bar Associations. Serves clients in Tulsa, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David James Schaffer
- David James Schaffer is a lawyer practicing corporate and business transactions, real estate, oil and gas title and transactions and 6 other areas of law
- David received a B.S.B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
- David practices at Schaffer Herring PLLC in Tulsa, OK
Practice Areas Explained
David James Schaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David James Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tulsa.
Trusts in Tulsa
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Probate in Tulsa
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Personal Injury in Tulsa
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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Estate Planning & Probate in Tulsa
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David James Schaffer is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oklahoma →
Business & Corporate Law in Tulsa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David James Schaffer is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oklahoma →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tulsa
Practicing law in Oklahoma. Legal matters in Oklahoma are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tulsa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oklahoma state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tulsa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tulsa-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 Tulsa Choose David James 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 David James Schaffer's practice in the field of trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David James Schaffer brings 25+ 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 Oklahoma U.S. District Court, Northern District of District of Oklahoma U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth, Texas, and North Dakota, David James Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and personal injury, David James Schaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tulsa
A Tulsa-based practice means David James 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 David James Schaffer Handles in Tulsa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David James Schaffer has experience with under Oklahoma 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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