Atty. Jonathan Paul Schaefer

Atty. Jonathan Paul Schaefer

Jonathan Paul Schaefer is a lawyer practicing negligence, transportation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Jonathan received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan Paul Schaefer at a glance

Jonathan Paul Schaefer is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Purcell & Wardrope Chartered. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern, including Trial Bar, Central and Southern Districts of Illin (1982). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1982) and DePaul University (B.A., 1979). Active member of Illinois State Bar Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jonathan Paul Schaefer is a lawyer practicing negligence, transportation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Jonathan practices at Purcell & Wardrope Chartered in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Paul Schaefer's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

Jonathan Paul Schaefer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

Jonathan Paul Schaefer is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

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 Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan Paul Schaefer

Where is Jonathan Paul Schaefer's law office located?
Jonathan Paul Schaefer's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Purcell & Wardrope Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Paul Schaefer handle?
Jonathan Paul Schaefer focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jonathan Paul Schaefer practiced law?
Jonathan Paul Schaefer has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Jonathan Paul Schaefer go to law school?
Jonathan Paul Schaefer earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Jonathan Paul Schaefer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1982
B.A.
DePaul University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern, including Trial Bar, Central and Southern Districts of Illin
Admitted: 1982

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