Atty. James E. Schaefer
James E. Schaefer is a lawyer practicing trial practice, civil trial law, criminal trial law and 2 other areas of law.
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James E. Schaefer is a Member based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at Schaefer Shapiro, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1983). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1973) and University of Nebraska at Omaha (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nebraska State Delegate, 1993, Omaha, Nebraska State and American Bar Associations Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James E. Schaefer is a lawyer practicing trial practice, civil trial law, criminal trial law and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- James practices at Schaefer Shapiro, LLP in Omaha, NE
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Schaefer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 E. Schaefer is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nebraska →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James E. Schaefer is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Nebraska →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James E. Schaefer is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nebraska →
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Why local counsel matters in Nebraska
Practicing law in Nebraska. Legal matters in Nebraska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Omaha are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nebraska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nebraska 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 Nebraska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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