Atty. John Paul Schafer

Atty. John Paul Schafer

John Paul Schafer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, family law and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Christendom College in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Lafayette Lafayette 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About John Paul Schafer at a glance

John Paul Schafer is a Shareholder based in Lafayette, Indiana, practicing at Ball Eggleston, PC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2007). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington (J.D., 2007) and Christendom College (B.A. History, 2003). Active member of Tippecanoe County Bar Association Indiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in Lafayette, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Paul Schafer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, family law and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Christendom College in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • John practices at Ball Eggleston, PC in Lafayette, IN

Practice Areas Explained

John Paul Schafer's Areas of Practice

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

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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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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John Paul Schafer is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Paul Schafer

Where is John Paul Schafer's law office located?
John Paul Schafer's law practice is located in Lafayette, Indiana. The firm is Ball Eggleston, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Paul Schafer handle?
John Paul Schafer focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has John Paul Schafer practiced law?
John Paul Schafer has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did John Paul Schafer go to law school?
John Paul Schafer earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A. History, 2003).
How can I contact John Paul Schafer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington
- 2007
B.A. History
Christendom College
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 2007

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