Atty. Edwin Wesley Smith

Atty. Edwin Wesley Smith

Mr. Edwin Wesley Smith is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation, social security disability, employment law and 6 other areas of law.

Erie Erie 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (724) 890-4464

Profile Summary

About Edwin Wesley Smith at a glance

Edwin Wesley Smith is a Partner based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Marsh Schaaf LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on residential, employment, real estate, ssd, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984) and United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania (1984). Educated at Duquesne University School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S. Health, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Edwin Wesley Smith is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation, social security disability, employment law and 6 other areas of law
  • Edwin received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Edwin practices at Marsh Schaaf LLP in Erie, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Edwin Wesley Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edwin Wesley Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

Edwin Wesley Smith is one of 8,466 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Edwin Wesley Smith is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Edwin Wesley Smith is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Edwin Wesley Smith is one of 24,024 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Commercial Real Estate

Edwin Wesley Smith is one of 14,158 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Erie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edwin Wesley Smith

Where is Edwin Wesley Smith's law office located?
Edwin Wesley Smith's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is Marsh Schaaf LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edwin Wesley Smith handle?
Edwin Wesley Smith focuses on residential, employment, real estate, ssd, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Edwin Wesley Smith practiced law?
Edwin Wesley Smith has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Edwin Wesley Smith go to law school?
Edwin Wesley Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S. Health, 1981).
How can I contact Edwin Wesley Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Edwin Wesley Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Edwin Wesley Smith received?
Edwin Wesley Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duquesne University School of Law
- 1984
B.S. Health
Pennsylvania State University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1984
United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1984

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