Atty. Jane E. Shaffer
Jane E. Shaffer is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law.
Labor And Employment Law Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 38+ Years Experience
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About Jane E. Shaffer at a Glance
Jane E. Shaffer is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Penland & Hartwell, LLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1989). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1976). Active member of Chicago (Member, Labor Law Committee), Illinois State and American (Member, Labor Law Committee) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jane E. Shaffer
- Jane E. Shaffer is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law
- Jane received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1976, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Jane practices at Penland & Hartwell, LLC in Chicago, IL
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Jane E. Shaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jane E. Shaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Jane E. Shaffer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jane E. Shaffer's practice in the field of employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jane E. Shaffer brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Jane E. Shaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Employment Practice
Concentrating on employment means Jane E. Shaffer's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Jane E. Shaffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jane E. Shaffer Handles in Chicago
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