David A. Schaefer
About David A. Schaefer
David A. Schaefer is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. David A. Schaefer is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Mediation
Current Firm: McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA
Education: Case Western Reserve University, Juris Doctor, graduated 1974, Miami University, Bachelor of Science, and Northwestern University, Master of Arts
Location: Cleveland, OH
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