Atty. Jason Paul Shaffer

Atty. Jason Paul Shaffer

Jason Paul Shaffer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Jason received a B.A. degree from Cedarville University, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Chicago Chicago 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About Jason Paul Shaffer at a glance

Jason Paul Shaffer is a criminal defense attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2000). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 2000) and Cedarville University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jason Paul Shaffer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Jason received a B.A. degree from Cedarville University, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Jason practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jason Paul Shaffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jason Paul Shaffer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

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Where is Jason Paul Shaffer's law office located?
Jason Paul Shaffer's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jason Paul Shaffer handle?
Jason Paul Shaffer focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jason Paul Shaffer practiced law?
Jason Paul Shaffer has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Jason Paul Shaffer go to law school?
Jason Paul Shaffer earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (—).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 2000
Cedarville University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2000

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