Atty. Michael John Schaffer
Michael John Schaffer is a lawyer practicing civil litigation. Michael received a degree from Maryknoll College, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Civil Litigation Attorney · Serving Sioux Falls, SD · 45+ Years Experience
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About Michael John Schaffer at a Glance
Michael John Schaffer is a Member based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Schaffer Law Office, Prof. LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1981) and South Dakota (1982). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1981) and Maryknoll College Northern State College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Second Circuit and American Bar Associations State Bar of South Dakota South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association (President, 1993-1994) American Board of Trial Advocates American College of Trial Lawyers American Association for Justice. Serves clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael John Schaffer
- Michael John Schaffer is a lawyer practicing civil litigation
- Michael received a degree from Maryknoll College, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Michael practices at Schaffer Law Office, Prof. LLC in Sioux Falls, SD
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael John Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sioux Falls.
Civil Litigation in Sioux Falls
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Sioux Falls
Practicing law in South Dakota. Legal matters in South Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sioux Falls are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Dakota 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 South Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Sioux Falls Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sioux Falls-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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Why Clients in Sioux Falls Choose Michael John Schaffer
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 Michael John Schaffer's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael John Schaffer brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Dakota and South Dakota, Michael John Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Michael John Schaffer's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Sioux Falls
A Sioux Falls-based practice means Michael John Schaffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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