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John Marshall Schardein, Personal Injury Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky

Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatNaber, Schardein & Jaffe

Louisville, KY

Practicing personal injury in Louisville since 1976.

50+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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John Marshall Schardein is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. John has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Naber, Schardein & Jaffe. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Louisville, KY
Experience
over 50 years
Known for
Personal Injury · SSD · Workers Comp
  • Handles Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp matters from Louisville, KY.
  • Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About John Marshall Schardein: John Marshall Schardein is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. John has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Naber, Schardein & Jaffe. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by John Marshall Schardein

John concentrates on personal injury, ssd, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Louisville, Kentucky

John 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 John agrees to represent you.

SSD cases in Louisville, Kentucky

John takes ssd 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 John agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Louisville, Kentucky

John takes workers comp 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 John agrees to represent you.

Biography

About John Marshall Schardein — Over 50 years of Kentucky personal injury experience

John Marshall Schardein is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. John has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Naber, Schardein & Jaffe. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

John Marshall Schardein is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, social security disability. John received a B.A. degree from University of Louisiana, and has been licensed for 50 years. John practices at Naber, Schardein & Jaffe in Louisville, KY.

John's approach to personal injury cases

John Marshall Schardein is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, social security disability. John received a B.A. degree from University of Louisiana, and has been licensed for 50 years. John practices at Naber, Schardein & Jaffe in Louisville, KY.

Clients John works with

John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, ssd, and workers comp matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.

Credentials

John Marshall Schardein's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Louisiana J.D.

  • University of Louisiana B.A.

Jurisdictions

John's state bar admissions

  • Kentucky

    1976 · ACTIVE

John studied at — in University of Louisiana J.D. and — in University of Louisiana B.A..

Law school and academic background

John completed — in University of Louisiana J.D. and — in University of Louisiana B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of John Marshall Schardein

John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

John's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Kentucky Bar Association

    membership

Locations

John Marshall Schardein's office in Louisville

John's primary office is at 2450 Meidinger Twr., 462 S. Fourth Ave., Louisville, KY, 40202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Naber, Schardein & Jaffe

2450 Meidinger Twr., 462 S. Fourth Ave.

Louisville, KY 40202

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Client feedback

Client reviews of John Marshall Schardein — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of John. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Louisville.

4.4

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire John Marshall Schardein — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Louisville, Kentucky

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 John

John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about John Marshall Schardein

  • How much does it cost to hire John for a personal injury case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does John offer a free consultation?

    John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.

  • How long do personal injury cases in Kentucky typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can John take my case if I'm outside Louisville?

    John 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 — John 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 John?

    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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is John accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Louisville, Lexington and Frankfort in Kentucky

John handles personal injury matters throughout Kentucky. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.

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