Atty. Matthew Evan Schaefer
Matthew Evan Schaefer is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, appeals and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook, and has been licensed for 23 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 23+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Evan Schaefer at a Glance
Matthew Evan Schaefer is a personal injury, litigation, insurance, adr, and appellate attorney based in New York, New York. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in New York (2003). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2002) and State University of New York at Stony Brook B.A. (—). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Evan Schaefer
- Matthew Evan Schaefer is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, appeals and 2 other areas of law
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook, and has been licensed for 23 years
- Matthew practices in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew Evan Schaefer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Evan Schaefer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Personal Injury in New York
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.
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Matthew Evan Schaefer is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Insurance Law in New York
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Matthew Evan Schaefer is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in New York →
Mediation & Arbitration in New York
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Matthew Evan Schaefer is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →
Appellate Practice in New York
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Matthew Evan Schaefer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew Evan Schaefer's practice in the field of personal injury, litigation, insurance, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Evan Schaefer brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, litigation, and insurance, Matthew Evan Schaefer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Matthew Evan Schaefer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew Evan Schaefer Handles in New York
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