Atty. Mark S. Scheffer
Mark S. Scheffer is a lawyer practicing employment, labor, worker's compensation.
Employment & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Mark S. Scheffer at a Glance
Mark S. Scheffer is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Law Offices of Mark S. Scheffer. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1993). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1990) and State University of New York at Stoney Brook (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark S. Scheffer
- Mark S. Scheffer is a lawyer practicing employment, labor, worker's compensation
- Mark received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stoney Brook in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Mark practices at Law Offices of Mark S. Scheffer in Philadelphia, PA
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Mark S. Scheffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark S. Scheffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Employment Law in Philadelphia
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
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 Philadelphia 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.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Mark S. Scheffer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark S. Scheffer's practice in the field of employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark S. Scheffer brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, Mark S. Scheffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Employment Practice
Concentrating on employment means Mark S. Scheffer's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Mark S. Scheffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark S. Scheffer Handles in Philadelphia
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