Atty. John P Schaffer
John P Schaffer is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, negligence. John received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.
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John P Schaffer is a Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Hill, Betts & Nash LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1972) and New Jersey (1973). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1970) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1967). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John P Schaffer is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, negligence
- John received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
- John practices at Hill, Betts & Nash LLP in New York, NY
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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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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why local counsel matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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