Atty. Michael Valentine Schaffer

Atty. Michael Valentine Schaffer

Michael Valentine Schaffer is a lawyer practicing criminal law, children, probate. Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Xavier University, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Lakewood Lakewood 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Valentine Schaffer at a glance

Michael Valentine Schaffer is a probate and criminal defense attorney based in Lakewood, Ohio. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1965). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. (—) and Xavier University B.S.B.A. (—). Serands clients in Lakewood, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Valentine Schaffer is a lawyer practicing criminal law, children, probate
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Xavier University, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Michael practices in Lakewood, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Valentine Schaffer's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Where is Michael Valentine Schaffer's law office located?
Michael Valentine Schaffer's law practice is located in Lakewood, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Valentine Schaffer handle?
Michael Valentine Schaffer focuses on probate, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Michael Valentine Schaffer practiced law?
Michael Valentine Schaffer has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
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Practice Areas

Education

Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D.
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Xavier University B.S.B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1965

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