Atty. John C. Schaaf

Atty. John C. Schaaf

John C. Schaaf is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, estate administration law, real estate law and 1 other area of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About John C. Schaaf at a glance

John C. Schaaf is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at John C. Schaaf. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1988) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1988). Educated at University of Dayton School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Gannon University (B.A. Social, 1984). Active member of Erie County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John C. Schaaf is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, estate administration law, real estate law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Gannon University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at John C. Schaaf in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Schaaf's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Schaaf handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

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

John C. Schaaf is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Pittsburgh 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 andnue, 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 John C. Schaaf

Where is John C. Schaaf's law office located?
John C. Schaaf's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is John C. Schaaf. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Schaaf handle?
John C. Schaaf focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John C. Schaaf practiced law?
John C. Schaaf has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John C. Schaaf go to law school?
John C. Schaaf earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. Social, 1984).
How can I contact John C. Schaaf for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Dayton School of Law
- 1985
B.A. Social
Gannon University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1988

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