Atty. John F. Schaffer III

Atty. John F. Schaffer III

Mr. John F.

Houston Houston 61 yrs experience 61 year
Call (346) 327-1904 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John F. Schaffer III at a glance

John F. Schaffer III is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at John F. Schaffer. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on trusts, contracts, probate, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Texas California Southern Bankruptcy Court (1965), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1965), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Oklahom (1965), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of (1975). Educated at University of Texas (LL.B., 1965) and Texas A & M University (B.S.M.E., 1962). Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John F. Schaffer III is a lawyer practicing administrati, administrative and public, business and 18 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S.M.E. degree from Texas A & M University in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • John practices at John F. Schaffer in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John F. Schaffer III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John F. Schaffer III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Contracts

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Probate

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Wrongful Death

John F. Schaffer III is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Texas →

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.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John F. Schaffer III

Where is John F. Schaffer III's law office located?
John F. Schaffer III's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is John F. Schaffer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John F. Schaffer III handle?
John F. Schaffer III focuses on trusts, contracts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John F. Schaffer III practiced law?
John F. Schaffer III has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did John F. Schaffer III go to law school?
John F. Schaffer III earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (B.S.M.E., 1962).
How can I contact John F. Schaffer III for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Texas
- 1965
B.S.M.E.
Texas A & M University
- 1962

Bar Admissions

Texas California Southern Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1965
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1965
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Oklahom
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit Oklahoma Eastern District Court
Admitted: 1984

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