
David Thomas Schaefer, Litigation Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDinsmore & Shohl LLP
Louisville, KY
Practicing litigation in Louisville since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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David Thomas Schaefer is a partner based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. David has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Louisville, KY
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Louisville, KY.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David Thomas Schaefer: David Thomas Schaefer is a partner based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. David has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Thomas Schaefer
David concentrates on litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Litigation cases in Louisville, Kentucky
David takes litigation matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Louisville, Kentucky
David takes personal injury matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Louisville, Kentucky
David takes product liability matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David Thomas Schaefer — Over 40 years of Kentucky litigation experience
David Thomas Schaefer is a partner based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. David has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David Thomas Schaefer is a lawyer practicing litigation, tort, mass tort and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 40 years. David practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Louisville, KY.
How David handles litigation matters
David Thomas Schaefer is a lawyer practicing litigation, tort, mass tort and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 40 years. David practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Louisville, KY.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and product liability matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
David Thomas Schaefer's legal education and bar admissions
Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington J.D. 1986 Indiana Law Journal Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington J.D. cum laude
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Indiana University B.A. with honors Indiana University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Indiana
1995 · ACTIVE
Indiana Supreme Cour
1995 · ACTIVE
Kentucky
1986 · ACTIVE
Kentucky Supreme Cou
1986 · ACTIVE
David studied at — in Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington J.D. 1986 Indiana Law Journal Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington J.D. cum laude and — in Indiana University B.A. with honors Indiana University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa.
Law school and academic background
David completed — in Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington J.D. 1986 Indiana Law Journal Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington J.D. cum laude and — in Indiana University B.A. with honors Indiana University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David Thomas Schaefer
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
David Thomas Schaefer's office in Louisville
David's primary office is at 101 South Fifth Street, Suite 2500, Louisville, KY, 40202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
101 South Fifth Street, Suite 2500
Louisville, KY 40202
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Client reviews of David Thomas Schaefer — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing litigation attorneys in Louisville.
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How to hire David Thomas Schaefer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Thomas Schaefer
How much does it cost to hire David for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple litigation matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Louisville?
David is licensed in Kentucky. Matters governed by Kentucky law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new litigation clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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