Atty. Richard W. Schaffer

Atty. Richard W. Schaffer

Richard W. Schaffer is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, products liability law.

Richmond Richmond 68 yrs experience 68 year
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About Richard W. Schaffer at a glance

Richard W. Schaffer is a product liability and insurance attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of (1958). Educated at Duke University (LL.B., 1958) and Duke University (B.A., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Richmond and Virginia Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard W. Schaffer is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, products liability law
  • Richard W. received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1956, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Richard W. practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard W. Schaffer's Areas of Practice

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

Product Liability

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Richard W. Schaffer's law office located?
Richard W. Schaffer's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard W. Schaffer handle?
Richard W. Schaffer focuses on product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Richard W. Schaffer practiced law?
Richard W. Schaffer has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Richard W. Schaffer go to law school?
Richard W. Schaffer earned their education at (LL.B., 1958); (B.A., 1956).
How can I contact Richard W. Schaffer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard W. Schaffer received?
Richard W. Schaffer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Duke University
- 1958
B.A.
Duke University
- 1956

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1958

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