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Atty. Joseph W. Major

Atty. Joseph W. Major

Joseph W. Major is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, commercial real estate and 2 other areas of law.

Boyertown Boyertown 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (484) 331-2739 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joseph W. Major at a glance

Joseph W. Major is a residential, criminal defense, business, real estate, and commercial re attorney based in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984) and Pennsylvania (1987). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1984) and University of Akron (B.S.B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Boyertown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph W. Major is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, commercial real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Akron in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Joseph practices in Boyertown, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph W. Major's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph W. Major handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

Joseph W. Major is one of 9,343 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Joseph W. Major is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Joseph W. Major is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

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

Joseph W. Major is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Commercial Real Estate

Joseph W. Major is one of 16,000 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 Boyertown 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 Joseph W. Major

Where is Joseph W. Major's law office located?
Joseph W. Major's law practice is located in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph W. Major handle?
Joseph W. Major focuses on residential, criminal defense, business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Joseph W. Major practiced law?
Joseph W. Major has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Joseph W. Major go to law school?
Joseph W. Major earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S.B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Joseph W. Major for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Akron
- 1984
B.S.B.A.
University of Akron
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987

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