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Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC.Partner
Darald John Schaffer
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Darald John Schaffer

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51 reviews

130 Jordan Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421

Business Law and Real Estate

About Darald John Schaffer

Darald Schaffer is a seasoned partner at the firm, focusing on business litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and transactional matters, with a keen ability to represent local and regional businesses as general counsel. His extensive expertise extends to real estate law, where he handles commercial and residential transactions, boundary line disputes, and landlord-tenant matters. Darald’s experience in litigation offers valuable insights for clients contemplating business sales or acquisitions, and he adeptly negotiates complex asset, stock, and equity purchase agreements. He has represented a national wireless carrier in numerous real estate transactions, excelling in tower leases, commercial leases, easements, and zoning issues. Known for his prowess in structuring 1031 exchanges, Darald helps clients defer capital gains taxes skillfully. Recognized for his legal excellence, Darald holds the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and the Platinum Client Champion award. Beyond his legal practice, Darald and his wife Jodi, also a partner at the firm, are active members of the Crossing Church and contribute to Dream Central Chattanooga in leadership and advisory roles. Together with their three children, they are dedicated to their community and global mission initiatives.

 

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Darald John Schaffer got this award in 2021

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Darald John Schaffer got this award in 2021

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Chancery and Equity
Posted by anonymous
March 12, 2021
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Darald Schaffer is a patient and effective teacher and highly ethical legal counsel. In my high time of emotion and need of legal guidance, especially since I live out of state, this lawyer was a great family find. Highly recommended.

Business Law
Posted by anonymous
March 12, 2021
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We feel very fortunate to have met Darald. He assisted in forming my LLC and has provided guidance in several situations. Darald explains all of your options, allows you to determine how you would like to proceed and is your advocate. Darald is always responsive and efficiently completes requests. He easily balances knowledge and expertise with uncompromised ethics. We will always rely on his help and recommend him highly. Darald is a true professional with a very personal touch.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Business Law
  • Real Estate

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2010, Tennessee
    United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee
    United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee
    United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
    2010, Tennessee
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Regent University School of Law
    Class of 2010
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Lee University
    Class of 2007
    B.S.
    Accounting
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1981

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