Atty. Karl Robert Schaffer

Atty. Karl Robert Schaffer

Karl Robert Schaffer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, corporate & incorporation. Karl received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years.

New York New York 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Karl Robert Schaffer at a glance

Karl Robert Schaffer is a formation and bankruptcy attorney based in New York, New York. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in New York (2001), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2002), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2002). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 2000) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Karl Robert Schaffer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, corporate & incorporation
  • Karl received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Karl practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Karl Robert Schaffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karl Robert Schaffer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 andnue, 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.

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Where is Karl Robert Schaffer's law office located?
Karl Robert Schaffer's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karl Robert Schaffer handle?
Karl Robert Schaffer focuses on formation, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Karl Robert Schaffer practiced law?
Karl Robert Schaffer has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Karl Robert Schaffer go to law school?
Karl Robert Schaffer earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1996).
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Education

J.D.
Cornell University Law School
- 2000
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2002

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