Atty. Polly M. Shaffer

Atty. Polly M. Shaffer

Polly M. Shaffer is a lawyer practicing class action litigation, commercial litigation, appellate litigation.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (215) 610-3945 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Polly M. Shaffer at a glance

Polly M. Shaffer is a business, class action, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1988) and U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the Supreme Court of t (1988). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1988) and Duke University (A.B., 1985). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Polly M. Shaffer is a lawyer practicing class action litigation, commercial litigation, appellate litigation
  • Polly received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Polly practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Polly M. Shaffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Polly M. Shaffer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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 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 Polly M. Shaffer

Where is Polly M. Shaffer's law office located?
Polly M. Shaffer's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Polly M. Shaffer handle?
Polly M. Shaffer focuses on business, class action, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Polly M. Shaffer practiced law?
Polly M. Shaffer has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Polly M. Shaffer go to law school?
Polly M. Shaffer earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1985).
How can I contact Polly M. Shaffer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1988
A.B.
Duke University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the Supreme Court of t
Admitted: 1988

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