Atty. Frederick P. Schaffer
Frederick P. Schaffer is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, securities litigation, sec enforcement and 1 other area of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 52+ Years Experience
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About Frederick P. Schaffer at a Glance
Frederick P. Schaffer is a Gen. Coun./Vice Chanc. for Legal Affs. based in New York, New York. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, business, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), and New York (1979). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1973) and Harvard College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Director, 1996— and Chair, 2000— Director, University Settlement, 2000—. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Frederick P. Schaffer
- Frederick P. Schaffer is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, securities litigation, sec enforcement and 1 other area of law
- Frederick received a B.A. degree from Harvard College in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Frederick practices in New York, NY
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Frederick P. Schaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick P. Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Frederick P. 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 Frederick P. Schaffer's practice in the field of employment, business, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Frederick P. Schaffer brings 52+ 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 Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, Frederick P. Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and securities, Frederick P. Schaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Frederick P. 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 Frederick P. Schaffer Handles in New York
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