Atty. Fred J. Shaeffer
Fred J. Shaeffer is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, workers compensation and 1 other area of law.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Norman, OK · 48+ Years Experience
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About Fred J. Shaeffer at a Glance
Fred J. Shaeffer is a Member based in Norman, Oklahoma, practicing at Shaeffer, Shaeffer & Kernal. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1978). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 1978) and University of Oklahoma (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cleveland County (Bar President, 1983-1984), Oklahoma and American Bar Associations Oklahoma Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Norman, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Fred J. Shaeffer
- Fred J. Shaeffer is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
- Fred J. received a B.S. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Fred J. practices at Shaeffer, Shaeffer & Kernal in Norman, OK
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Fred J. Shaeffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fred J. Shaeffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Norman.
Personal Injury in Norman
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 in Norman
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Fred J. Shaeffer is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Oklahoma →
Workers Compensation in Norman
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Fred J. Shaeffer is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Oklahoma →
Civil Litigation in Norman
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 Norman
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 Norman 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.
Norman Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Norman-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 Norman Choose Fred J. Shaeffer
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 Fred J. Shaeffer's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Fred J. Shaeffer brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp, Fred J. Shaeffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Norman
A Norman-based practice means Fred J. Shaeffer 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 Fred J. Shaeffer Handles in Norman
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