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.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 54+ Years Experience
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About John P Schaffer at a Glance
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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About 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
- John practices at Hill, Betts & Nash LLP in New York, NY
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John P Schaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John P Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Personal Injury in New York
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 in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose John P Schaffer
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 John P Schaffer's practice in the field of personal injury and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John P Schaffer brings 54+ 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 New York and New Jersey, John P Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and litigation, John P Schaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means John P Schaffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John P Schaffer Handles in New York
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