Atty. Michael W. Schauer
Michael W. Schauer is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial contracting, corporate and llc law and 2 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 11+ Years Experience
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About Michael W. Schauer at a Glance
Michael W. Schauer is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Schneider Bell. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2015) and Ohio (2019). Educated at The John Marshall Law School (J.D., 2015) and Loyola University of Chicago (B.S., 2012). Active member of Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Cleveland Intellectual Property Law Association, Cleveland Council on World Affairs’ Young Professionals Advisory Committee. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael W. Schauer
- Michael W. Schauer is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial contracting, corporate and llc law and 2 other areas of law
- Michael W. received a B.S. degree from Loyola University of Chicago in 2012, and has been licensed for 11 years
- Michael W. practices at Schneider Bell in Cleveland, OH
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Michael W. Schauer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael W. Schauer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cleveland.
Contracts in Cleveland
Michael W. Schauer is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Ohio →
Business & Corporate Law in Cleveland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael W. Schauer is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Real Estate Law in Cleveland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael W. Schauer is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Cleveland
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cleveland
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 Cleveland 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 venue, 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.
Cleveland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cleveland-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 Cleveland Choose Michael W. Schauer
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 W. Schauer's practice in the field of contracts, business, real estate, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael W. Schauer brings 11+ 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 Illinois and Ohio, Michael W. Schauer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and real estate, Michael W. Schauer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cleveland
A Cleveland-based practice means Michael W. Schauer 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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Common Legal Issues Michael W. Schauer Handles in Cleveland
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