Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Bronx, NY · 40+ Years Experience
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About Peter J. Schaffer at a Glance
Peter J. Schaffer is a Senior Attorney based in Bronx, New York, practicing at Peter J. Schaffer. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and probation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1986), New York (1987), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1995), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1996). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1986) and Western State College of Colorado (B.A., 1980). Active member of Bronx County Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Bronx, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter J. Schaffer
- Order of St. Ives
- Editor, Administrative Law Review, 1985-1986
- Staff Attorney, New York Legal Aid Society, 1987-1994
- Assistant Corporation Counsel, City of New Haven, 1995-1996
Guest Commentator
- Court TV, 2004-2008
- "The Nancy Grace Show" on HLN, 2006—
- "In Session" on tru TV, 2008-2009
Practice Areas Explained
Peter J. Schaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J. Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bronx.
Personal Injury in Bronx
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.
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Criminal Defense in Bronx
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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Federal Crimes in Bronx
Peter J. Schaffer is one of 6,716 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes attorneys in New York →
White Collar Crimes in Bronx
Peter J. Schaffer is one of 19,824 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in New York →
Probation & Parole in Bronx
Peter J. Schaffer is one of 3,298 probation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probation attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bronx
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bronx are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Bronx Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bronx-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 Bronx Choose Peter J. 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 Peter J. Schaffer's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and probation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter J. Schaffer brings 40+ 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 Connecticut, New York, and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, Peter J. Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and federal crimes, Peter J. Schaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bronx
A Bronx-based practice means Peter J. Schaffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Peter J. Schaffer Handles in Bronx
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter J. Schaffer has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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