Atty. Judge Robert K. Schaffer

Atty. Judge Robert K. Schaffer

Judge Robert K. Schaffer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, premises liability and 1 other area of law.

Houston Houston 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (281) 768-5537 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Judge Robert K. Schaffer at a glance

Judge Robert K. Schaffer is a Dist. J. based in Houston, Texas. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Texas (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1984). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Arizona (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Judge Robert K. Schaffer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, premises liability and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Judge Robert K. Schaffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Judge Robert K. Schaffer 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.

Judge Robert K. Schaffer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Judge Robert K. Schaffer is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Judge Robert K. Schaffer

Where is Judge Robert K. Schaffer's law office located?
Judge Robert K. Schaffer's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Judge Robert K. Schaffer handle?
Judge Robert K. Schaffer focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Judge Robert K. Schaffer practiced law?
Judge Robert K. Schaffer has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Judge Robert K. Schaffer go to law school?
Judge Robert K. Schaffer earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Judge Robert K. Schaffer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1984
B.A.
University of Arizona
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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