Atty. Martin P Schaffer

Atty. Martin P Schaffer

Mr. Martin P Schaffer is a lawyer practicing business and financial services, business planning, employment and labor law and 11 other areas of law.

Potomac Potomac 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (301) 517-9160

Profile Summary

About Martin P Schaffer at a glance

Martin P Schaffer is a formation, employment, business, ip, and bankruptcy attorney based in Potomac, Maryland. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1977) and District of Columbia (1979). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law, Washington, District of Columbia (J.D., 1977) and University of Connecticut (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Community Affiliations •Leadership Montgomery, 1990, Training Program Graduate •Greater Washington Hebrew Home, Board of Trustees •Montgomery Business Resource Group, Board of Directors. Serves clients in Potomac, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Martin P Schaffer is a lawyer practicing business and financial services, business planning, employment and labor law and 11 other areas of law
  • Martin received a degree from University of Connecticut in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Martin practices in Potomac, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Martin P Schaffer's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Martin P Schaffer is one of 32,102 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Maryland →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Martin P Schaffer is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Martin P Schaffer is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Martin P Schaffer is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Maryland →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Martin P Schaffer is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Potomac are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Martin P Schaffer

Where is Martin P Schaffer's law office located?
Martin P Schaffer's law practice is located in Potomac, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martin P Schaffer handle?
Martin P Schaffer focuses on formation, employment, business, ip, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Martin P Schaffer practiced law?
Martin P Schaffer has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Martin P Schaffer go to law school?
Martin P Schaffer earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Martin P Schaffer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Martin P Schaffer received?
Martin P Schaffer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law, Washington, District of Columbia
- 1977
B.S.
University of Connecticut
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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