Atty. David Thomas Schaefer
David Thomas Schaefer is a lawyer practicing litigation, tort, mass tort and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 40 years.
Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Louisville, KY · 40+ Years Experience
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About David Thomas Schaefer at a Glance
David Thomas Schaefer is a Partner based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1986), Kentucky Supreme Court (1986), Indiana (1995), and Indiana Supreme Court Western District of Kentucky Eastern District of Kentucky Southern District of (1995). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington J.D. 1986 Indiana Law Journal Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington J.D. cum laude (—) and Indiana University B.A. with honors Indiana University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Thomas Schaefer
- David Thomas Schaefer is a lawyer practicing litigation, tort, mass tort and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 40 years
- David practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Louisville, KY
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David Thomas Schaefer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Thomas Schaefer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Louisville.
Personal Injury in Louisville
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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Product Liability in Louisville
David Thomas Schaefer is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Kentucky →
Civil Litigation in Louisville
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Louisville
Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Louisville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Louisville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Louisville-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 Louisville Choose David Thomas Schaefer
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 Thomas Schaefer's practice in the field of personal injury, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Thomas Schaefer brings 40+ 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 Kentucky, Kentucky Supreme Court, and Indiana, David Thomas Schaefer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, product liability, and litigation, David Thomas Schaefer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Louisville
A Louisville-based practice means David Thomas Schaefer 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 Thomas Schaefer Handles in Louisville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Thomas Schaefer has experience with under Kentucky 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 David Thomas Schaefer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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