Atty. James Raymond Schaffer
James Raymond Schaffer is a lawyer practicing marital agreements, family law, criminal law and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years.
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James Raymond Schaffer is a Member based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Rahall & Schaffer, P.A.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, prenup, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Middle District of Flori (1995). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of Florida (B.A.B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Executive Council, Family Law Section Former Chairperson, Continuing Legal Education Committee) The Florida Bar (Family Law Section, Hillsborough County Bar Association. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Raymond Schaffer is a lawyer practicing marital agreements, family law, criminal law and 5 other areas of law
- James received a B.A.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
- James practices at Rahall & Schaffer, P.A. in Tampa, FL
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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