Atty. Joel Sanders Schecter

Atty. Joel Sanders Schecter

Mr. Joel Sanders Schecter is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, trial practice, wrongful death.

Boca Raton Boca Raton 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Sanders Schecter at a glance

Joel Sanders Schecter is a Principal based in Boca Raton, Florida, practicing at Joel S. Schecter, P.A.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1973). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1973) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Boca Raton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Joel Sanders Schecter is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, trial practice, wrongful death
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Joel practices at Joel S. Schecter, P.A. in Boca Raton, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Sanders Schecter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Sanders Schecter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Joel Sanders Schecter is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joel Sanders Schecter is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Joel Sanders Schecter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel Sanders Schecter

Where is Joel Sanders Schecter's law office located?
Joel Sanders Schecter's law practice is located in Boca Raton, Florida. The firm is Joel S. Schecter, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Sanders Schecter handle?
Joel Sanders Schecter focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Joel Sanders Schecter practiced law?
Joel Sanders Schecter has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Joel Sanders Schecter go to law school?
Joel Sanders Schecter earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Joel Sanders Schecter for a consultation?
You can contact Joel Sanders Schecter 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 Joel Sanders Schecter received?
Joel Sanders Schecter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1973
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1973

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