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Thomas Anthony Schaeffer

Thomas Anthony Schaeffer
Experience 1.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 14

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 25% Criminal Defense
    3 years, 70 cases
  • 25% Wills / Living Wills
    2 years, 15 cases
  • 20% Trusts
    2 years, 10 cases
  • 15% Family
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (20%-33%), Hourly ($50-$250/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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I am co-owner of The Law Office of Juarez and Schaeffer in San Diego, CA. We focus in general civil and criminal litigation as well as Wills, Trusts, and... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Effecient, thourough and trustworthy”

Posted by: Daryl, 6 months ago.

Client Review: Over the course of my professional relationship with Tom Schaeffer, he has fulfilled my legal needs to the T. Whatever questions I have ever had, or... more
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5 star rating

“you will not be disappointed very helpful”

Posted by: Chesper, 7 months ago.

Client Review: I spoke to a previous lawyer who told me that I cannot be charged $50 per day everyday I'm late but as soon as he found out that I wanted to stay in... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

20 endorsements


Brigid Cay Dade Campo

Ms. Schaeffer and his partner are both friendly and professional attorneys. They willingly work to accommodate the needs of their clients and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Brigid Campo , San Diego (CA), 9 days ago
Martha Bronson

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Shaeffer is a top notch attorney. His responses in public forums such as AVVO showcase his experience, expertise, and a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Martha Bronson , Tracy (CA), 3 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

1 year since Thomas Anthony Schaeffer was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 2011 12/18/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at Law Office of Juarez and Schaeffer 2011–present
Certified Legal Intern at San Diego Public Defender's Office 2010
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Thomas Jefferson SOL Law JD - Juris Doctor
Whittier College BA - Bachelor of Arts

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
2012 Top Contributor AVVO 2012
Pro Bono Honors Thomas Jefferson School of Law 2011

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Los Angeles County Bar Association Barristers 2011–present
San Diego County Bar Association 2011–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 14
Answers: 504 Legal Answers
10 Best Answers - chosen by asker
486 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
93 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
0 Staff Picks
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Conflict Resolution Knox Middle School 2012