Atty. Paul J. Schafer

Atty. Paul J. Schafer

Paul J. Schafer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, retaliatory discharge and 3 other areas of law.

Marion Marion 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (618) 440-3824 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Paul J. Schafer at a glance

Paul J. Schafer is a Member based in Marion, Illinois, practicing at Winters, Brewster, Crosby and Schafer LLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, and nursing home. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1994). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1994) and Southern Illinois University (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Williamson County (Officer) Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Serands clients in Marion, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul J. Schafer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, retaliatory discharge and 3 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Paul practices at Winters, Brewster, Crosby and Schafer LLC in Marion, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul J. Schafer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul J. Schafer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

Paul J. Schafer is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Illinois →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Paul J. Schafer is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

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.

Paul J. Schafer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

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

Paul J. Schafer is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

Paul J. Schafer is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul J. Schafer

Where is Paul J. Schafer's law office located?
Paul J. Schafer's law practice is located in Marion, Illinois. The firm is Winters, Brewster, Crosby and Schafer LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul J. Schafer handle?
Paul J. Schafer focuses on wrongful termination, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, nursing home. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul J. Schafer practiced law?
Paul J. Schafer has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Paul J. Schafer go to law school?
Paul J. Schafer earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Paul J. Schafer for a consultation?
You can contact Paul J. Schafer 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 Paul J. Schafer received?
Paul J. Schafer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1994
B.S.
Southern Illinois University
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1994

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