Atty. John Thomas Schlafer

Atty. John Thomas Schlafer

John Thomas Schlafer is a lawyer practicing litigation section. John received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 2004, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About John Thomas Schlafer at a glance

John Thomas Schlafer is an Associate based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle Reath Llp. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2009). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington (J.D., 2009) and Indiana University (B.A. Political, 2004). Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Thomas Schlafer is a lawyer practicing litigation section
  • John received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 2004, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • John practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

John Thomas Schlafer's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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 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 Indianapolis 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 Thomas Schlafer

Where is John Thomas Schlafer's law office located?
John Thomas Schlafer's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Faegre Drinker Biddle Reath Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Thomas Schlafer handle?
John Thomas Schlafer focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has John Thomas Schlafer practiced law?
John Thomas Schlafer has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did John Thomas Schlafer go to law school?
John Thomas Schlafer earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A. Political, 2004).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington
- 2009
B.A. Political
Indiana University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 2009

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