Atty. Timothy S. Schafer
Timothy S. Schafer is the founding partner of Schafer & Schafer and a seasoned trial lawyer with more than four decades of experience fighting for the injured.
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Timothy S. Schafer is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Merrillville, Indiana, practicing at Schafer & Schafer LLP. Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1977). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Merrillville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Timothy S. Schafer is the founding partner of Schafer & Schafer and a seasoned trial lawyer with more than four decades of experience fighting for the injured
- Over the course of his career, he’s recovered more than $500 million in verdicts and settlements, including over 100 individual cases where he secured $1 million or more
- Timothy has been consistently recognized as one of the top trial lawyers in Indiana and the country, earning honors like Best Lawyer of the Year by U.S
- News and the prestigious Litigator Award, given to the top 1% of lawyers nationwide, as well as a nomination for National Trial Lawyer of the Year
- Timothy’s reputation is built on experience, results, and a deep commitment to the people he represents
- He’s proud to work alongside his sons at the family firm, combining legal skill with strong family values
- Whether he’s preparing for trial or working through negotiations, Timothy brings focus, care, and a drive to help people rebuild after serious injuries
- His work has been featured in major outlets like USA Today, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and several Chicago news networks
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Timothy S. Schafer's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy S. Schafer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Timothy S. Schafer is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Indiana →
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.
Timothy S. Schafer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Indiana
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Merrillville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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