Atty. James Albert Schafer

Atty. James Albert Schafer

Mr. James Albert Schafer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, general practice, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law.

Muncie Muncie 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James Albert Schafer at a glance

James Albert Schafer is a Member based in Muncie, Indiana, practicing at Painter & Schafer. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on formation, wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1976). Educated at Salmon P. Chase College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Indiana University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Indianapolis, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Muncie, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James Albert Schafer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, general practice, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Painter & Schafer in Muncie, IN

Practice Areas Explained

James Albert Schafer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Albert Schafer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Wrongful Death

James Albert Schafer is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Indiana →

Personal Injury

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.

James Albert Schafer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Albert Schafer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James Albert Schafer is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Muncie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Albert Schafer

Where is James Albert Schafer's law office located?
James Albert Schafer's law practice is located in Muncie, Indiana. The firm is Painter & Schafer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Albert Schafer handle?
James Albert Schafer focuses on formation, wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James Albert Schafer practiced law?
James Albert Schafer has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Albert Schafer go to law school?
James Albert Schafer earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact James Albert Schafer for a consultation?
You can contact James Albert Schafer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Albert Schafer received?
James Albert Schafer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Salmon P. Chase College of Law
- 1976
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1976

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