Atty. Howard S. Schaffner
Howard S. Schaffner is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, torts and 1 other area of law.
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Howard S. Schaffner is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hofeld and Schaffner. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1970). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1970) and Roosevelt University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Howard S. Schaffner is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, torts and 1 other area of law
- Howard received a B.A. degree from Roosevelt University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Howard practices at Hofeld and Schaffner in Chicago, IL
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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.
Howard S. Schaffner is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Howard S. Schaffner is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Howard S. Schaffner is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
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Why local counsel matters in Illinois
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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