Atty. Mr John Howard Schaeffer

Atty. Mr John Howard Schaeffer

Mr John Howard Schaeffer is a lawyer practicing collections, commercial, corporate and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Wooster Wooster 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Mr John Howard Schaeffer at a glance

Mr John Howard Schaeffer is a Member based in Wooster, Ohio, practicing at Critchfield Critchfield And Johnston Ltd. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, workers comp, creditor rights, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1989), Arizona (1993), and North Carolina (2017). Educated at University of Toledo College of Law (J.D., 1989) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Wooster, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr John Howard Schaeffer is a lawyer practicing collections, commercial, corporate and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • John practices at Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd. in Wooster, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Mr John Howard Schaeffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mr John Howard Schaeffer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Mr John Howard Schaeffer is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Mr John Howard Schaeffer is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Wooster 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mr John Howard Schaeffer

Where is Mr John Howard Schaeffer's law office located?
Mr John Howard Schaeffer's law practice is located in Wooster, Ohio. The firm is Critchfield Critchfield And Johnston Ltd. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mr John Howard Schaeffer handle?
Mr John Howard Schaeffer focuses on business, workers comp, creditor rights, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Mr John Howard Schaeffer practiced law?
Mr John Howard Schaeffer has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Mr John Howard Schaeffer go to law school?
Mr John Howard Schaeffer earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Mr John Howard Schaeffer for a consultation?
You can contact Mr John Howard Schaeffer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Mr John Howard Schaeffer received?
Mr John Howard Schaeffer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo College of Law
- 1989
B.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1989
Arizona
Admitted: 1993
North Carolina
Admitted: 2017

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