Atty. Michael David Schaff
Michael David Schaff is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, longshore and harbor workers compensation act. Michael received a A.B. degree from Muhlenberg College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Michael David Schaff at a Glance
Michael David Schaff is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Schaff & Young, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on workers comp and maritime. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980), District of Columbia (1981), and Maryland (1982). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1980) and Muhlenberg College (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chair, Workers' Compensation Section, 1999, Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael David Schaff
- Michael David Schaff is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, longshore and harbor workers compensation act
- Michael received a A.B. degree from Muhlenberg College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Michael practices at Schaff & Young, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA
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Michael David Schaff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael David Schaff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Workers Compensation in Philadelphia
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in Philadelphia
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Michael David Schaff is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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 Michael David Schaff
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 Michael David Schaff's practice in the field of workers comp and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael David Schaff brings 46+ 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, District of Columbia, and Maryland, Michael David Schaff can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering workers comp and maritime, Michael David Schaff can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Michael David Schaff 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 Michael David Schaff Handles in Philadelphia
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