Michael A. Schafer
About Michael
Biography
I am the founder of The Schafer Law Office. I have been licensed in the state of Kentucky since 1986, graduating from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law. I have over 25 years of practical yet innovative experience dealing with personal injury cases. Unlike many attorneys who use paralegals to manage cases, write briefs, motions and meet with clients, I make it my personal goal to be personally involved in all of those things. I give a great deal of personal attention to each and every case. In my free time, I enjoy skiing, making as many trips to Big Sky and Snow Bird as I can in a year, as well as rooting for the University of Louisville Cardinals at sporting events.
Practice Areas
6
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37 years
37 years
37 years
37 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Kentucky for 39 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 1986
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Location
The Schafer Law Office
1218 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY, 40203
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Michael A. Schafer's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by James Johns | August 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Fight for you!
I hired Mike and his team to represent me because of a pretty scary car accident that wasn’t my fault. I had major back injuries and the insurance companies were being down right nasty. Mike fought BACK! Not once but every time Him and his staff of hardworking honest people made me feel a lot b...
Posted by Kevin | March 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Pedestrian Accident
Michael Schafer represented me in a pedestrian accident where a SUV ran into me while walking. Michael was very professional and was very concerned about my recovery. He walked me through the legal process and set expectations. He keep me informed throughout the duration of the case.
Posted by MotoMike | November 3, 2014
When you need the Right Team
As a personal injury lawyer, Michael Schafer is the way to go. Oleta and the rest of the staff are personable, thoughtful and get things DONE. Mike is an easy to talk to person who gets results. As unpleasant as a personal injury case is to have to deal with, they made it bearable, went OUT OF THEIR ...
Posted by lori porter | October 9, 2014
what kind awesome person
my son not from Kentucky but from Michigan was traveling when he ran out of gas him and his friends late at night went searching for gas well on the way back on may 23,2013 at age 20 yrs old was struck and killed instantly he was bout half mile from his car .Mike was first one i called stuck by me ev...
Posted by Mel | July 15, 2014
Great Experience
I was involved in a minor accident in 2012, and contacted Michael Schafer, who had represented my in a DUI ten years prior. He was able to help me get the medical attention I needed as I didn't have health insurance at the time. I really appreciated the way he explained the law and how it related t...
Michael A. Schafer's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mike Schafer is a great lawyer and advocate for his clients. He works hard to get the best possible result, and no stones go unturned if he represents you. Although I am a lawyer in Seattle, Washington, Mike and I belong to a national group of attorneys from all over the country and in Canada. We work together on improving our skills and meeting the client's needs. Mike is devoted to making the client's experience the best possible, and to providing valuable resources for the client so he/she can make the best decision possible about their case. MIke deserves my highest recommendation."
"Why is Mike Schafer your best choice for a personal injury attorney in Kentucky? Mike is a true "Southern Gentleman", as well as a skilled professional. He is well mannered, thoughtful, courteous, straight forward, strong and honest, as well as an accomplished personal injury attorney. I have known Mike for some years. He is my law firm's first choice for our clients who need a Kentucky personal injury Lawyer. We made Mike our first choice due to his skill, experience, dedication to the client's best interest and his exceptional track record of success. My wife and I had the great pleasure of going to the 2010 Kentucky Derby with Mike Shafer and his wife, Yulee Shafer. We discovered what "southern hospitality" truly means. They were gracious and accomplished hosts. They took care of us in every possible way while we stayed in Kentucky. Mike is truly your best choice for a personal injury attorney in Kentucky."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is well respected in our community and works hard for his clients."
"Mike is Mr. P I as far as I'm concerned. He has an excellent system and support staff to keep cases moving and not languishing while getting the best recovery for his clients."
"You won't find a better one. Mike has extensive knowledge about how insurance carriers come up with settlement values. This matters because he knows what insurance carriers look for in giving you the highest settlement offer possible. Go with Mike!"
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"I endorse this lawyer without any reservations. It is amazing that I continue to learn from him every day from his responses on Avvo even though I have been licensed for 24 years and have served as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney. You can not afford not to hire him."
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"If you need an experienced personal injury attorney look no further you have found him."
"Mr. Schafer's responses on Avvo are very insightful and helpful. It is evident that he has a great understanding of the law and procedure. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Being a fellow personal injury lawyer I have had the pleasure of meeting Attorney Mike Schafer at a legal seminar, and I find him to be a lawyer with great character and knowledge of the law. Mike is also a very detailed person who cares about the quality of the work he does. Furthermore, he is a warm and affable person and I would highly recommend him to anyone who wanted to hire an attorney."
"I have known Mike since 1982. We have worked together for 10 of the las 20 years and I can't think of a more devoted Plaintiff's attorney. His client's love him, the judges respect him and I admire him. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation or reservation."
"Having met and worked with several personal injury attorneys in the Louisville area I can say that I trust Mike the most. His knowledge of the law and the amount of personal attention he gives each case are unparalleled."
"Michael's expertise in the area of Personal Injury law is second to none. Doing right by his clients is always his top priority. I would not hesitate to refer a client, friend, or family member to Michael. I fully endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2014
Top 100 Lawyer, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2013
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Louisville's Top Lawyers, Louisville Magazine
2011
2010 Continuing Legal Education Award, Kentucky Bar Association
2010
Best Kentucky Attorney Web Site, Hiring A Great Lawyer
2010
2009 Continuing Legal Education Award, Kentucky Bar Association
2009
2008 Continuing Legal Education Award, Kentucky Bar Association
1985
Book Award Law and Psychology, University of Louisville School of Law
1984
Book Award Administrative Law, University of Louisville
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Attorney, The Schafer Law Office
1988 - 1990
Attorney, The O'Bryan Law Firm
1985 - 1988
Prosecutor, Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney
Associations
2009 - Present
American Lawyer AcademyMember
2005 - Present
American Justice AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Kentucky Justice AssociationContributing Member
1986 - Present
Louisville Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
1986 - 1995
Academy Of JusticePast President
1986 - 1990
Louisville Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionPast Secretary
Sample of Legal Cases
Remanded for trial
Case was remanded for trial. A victory for the Plaintiff.
Education
1985
Juris Doctor
1981
Bachelor of Science in Commerce
1977
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2018
Colossus
2017
Making Your Brochures Speak to Colossus
2017
In this webinar, Mike Schafer tells you which items to include in settlement brochures to get the full value of your claim and gives you sample settlement demand packages.
2017
Motor vihicle litigation in a hi-tech world
2015
Demand Brochures and Colossus
2015
Colossus, the AMA Guides and Permanent/Surgical Soft Tissue
2015
How to Maximize the Value of Minimal Impact Soft Tissue Cases (MIST)
2015
Demand Brochures and Colossus
2014
Settlement Brochures, Demands and Negotiations
2012
Car Accidents and Car Insurance
2012
Anti-Bullying
2011
Attorney Marketing
1988
Search Warrants
1987
Defense of a Drug Case
Publications
2013
2011
2009
2008
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
What would a fair settlement be?
11 Mar 2022
My lawyer I have has been very insubordinate for a personal injury case where I was a Passenger in a car that was hit?
26 Mar 2021
My child got bit by another child and it has scared her face can i Sue their parents ?
05 Apr 2020
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