Atty. Michael C. Shields
Michael C. Shields is a lawyer practicing civil/commercial litigation, estates, general civil practice and 6 other areas of law.
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About Michael C. Shields at a glance
Michael C. Shields is a Member based in Norristown, Pennsylvania, practicing at Michael C. Shields. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1973), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1973) and Villanova University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Montgomery County (Chair, Judiciary Committee, 2005-2007 Member, Board of Directors, 1979, 1981-1985 and 2008— President, Young Lawyers Section, 1979), Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Norristown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael C. Shields is a lawyer practicing civil/commercial litigation, estates, general civil practice and 6 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Michael practices at Michael C. Shields in Norristown, PA
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Michael C. Shields's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael C. Shields handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Michael C. Shields is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael C. Shields is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael C. Shields is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael C. Shields is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Michael C. Shields is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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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 Norristown 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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