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As a partner in the firm, Darald Schaffer brings his adept skills in business litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and transactional practice areas, serving as general counsel to several businesses. His real estate law expertise includes handling commercial and residential transactions, boundary disputes, and landlord-tenant issues. Having negotiated numerous complex transactions, Darald offers strategic insight into mergers and acquisitions involving asset and equity purchases. His representation of a national wireless carrier has honed his skills in drafting commercial leases and easements while advising on zoning matters. Skilled in 1031 exchanges, Darald assists property owners in deferring capital gains taxes effectively. His esteemed AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell and the Platinum Client Champion award reflect his legal acumen and client dedication. Committed to community service, Darald, along with his wife and fellow partner Jodi Schaffer, actively participates in The Crossing Church and serves Dream Central Chattanooga. With three children, the Schaffers are committed both to their family and enriching their local community through impactful mission work.
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State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2010
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Shallowford Law Center, 130 Jordan Drive, Chattanooga, TN, 37421
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Posted by Stefanie | April 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney
An Answer to Prayer!
Mr. Schaffer is a lawyer above all others! He exceeded beyond our expectations! Words fail to express our gratitude for having the opportunity of working with him! Mr. Schaffer truly and sincerely has a heart for his clients! We are forever thankful and blessed for God placing him in our lives!
"I have had the privilege to know Darald both professionally and personally for several years. As a member of the Chattanooga legal community, he has shown an unwavering respect for, and knowledge of, the law. Darald is a tireless advocate for his clients and always works hard to obtain successful results for them. I endorse him, without reservation, to anyone in need of assistance from a qualified and competent attorney."
Family lawyer
Business lawyer
2026
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Academic Excellence - Corporate Tax Law (Perfect Grade), Regent University School of Law
2021 - Present
Partner, Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC
2012 - 2021
Attorney, Wooden Law Firm, P.C.
2011 - 2012
Adjunct Professor, Lee University
2010 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Bilbo Law Office, P.C.
2013 - Present
Chattanooga Estate Planning CouncilMember
2012 - Present
Chattanooga Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
Trial Advocacy BoardExecutive Committee Member
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Bachelor of Science (BS)
2019
2018
Probate and Estate Administration
2017
Estate Administration
2017
2011
Business Law
2019
English