Atty. Gerard T. Schafer
Gerard T. Schafer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense.
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Gerard T. Schafer is a Member based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Gerard T. (Roger) Schafer. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1982), Virginia (1984), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylva (1985). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1982) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Gerard T. Schafer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense
- Gerard received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Gerard practices at Gerard T. (Roger) Schafer in Virginia Beach, VA
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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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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Gerard T. Schafer is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →
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Why local counsel matters in Virginia
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Virginia Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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