Bankruptcy Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Green Bay, WI · 20+ Years Experience
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About Steven W. Schaefer at a Glance
Steven W. Schaefer is a formation, chapter 7, trusts, chapter 13, and family law attorney based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2006) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin Federal Court (2006). Educated at University of Dayton School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Marquette University (B.S.B.A., 1996). Serves clients in Green Bay, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven W. Schaefer
- Atty. Steven W. Schaefer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy arbitration, bankruptcy chapter 11, bankruptcy chapter 12 and 68 other areas of law
- Steven received a B.S.B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1996, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Steven practices in Green Bay, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Steven W. Schaefer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven W. Schaefer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Green Bay.
Business Formation in Green Bay
Steven W. Schaefer is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Wisconsin →
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Green Bay
Steven W. Schaefer is one of 8,822 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Wisconsin →
Trusts in Green Bay
Steven W. Schaefer is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Wisconsin →
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Green Bay
Steven W. Schaefer is one of 6,323 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Wisconsin →
Family Law in Green Bay
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Green Bay
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Green Bay are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Green Bay Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Green Bay-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 Green Bay Choose Steven W. Schaefer
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 Steven W. Schaefer's practice in the field of formation, chapter 7, trusts, chapter 13, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven W. Schaefer brings 20+ 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 Wisconsin and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin Federal Court, Steven W. Schaefer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, chapter 7, and trusts, Steven W. Schaefer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Green Bay
A Green Bay-based practice means Steven W. Schaefer 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 Steven W. Schaefer Handles in Green Bay
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