Atty. Maria Lynn Schaffer

Atty. Maria Lynn Schaffer

Maria Lynn Schaffer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law. Maria received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Phoenix Phoenix 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Maria Lynn Schaffer at a glance

Maria Lynn Schaffer is a Dep. Pub. Def. based in Phoenix, Arizona. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1993) and Arizona (1997). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1992) and University of Arizona (B.A., 1989). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Maria Lynn Schaffer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law
  • Maria received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Maria practices in Phoenix, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

Maria Lynn Schaffer's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Maria Lynn Schaffer's law office located?
Maria Lynn Schaffer's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Maria Lynn Schaffer handle?
Maria Lynn Schaffer focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Maria Lynn Schaffer practiced law?
Maria Lynn Schaffer has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Maria Lynn Schaffer go to law school?
Maria Lynn Schaffer earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Maria Lynn Schaffer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Denver
- 1992
B.A.
University of Arizona
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1993
Arizona
Admitted: 1997

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