Atty. Robert Peter Sheils, Jr.

Atty. Robert Peter Sheils, Jr.

Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, commercial transactions and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Fairfield University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Clarks Summit Clarks Summit 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. at a glance

Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. is a Member based in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, practicing at Sheils Law Associates, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1971), Pennsylvania (1982), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1970) and Fairfield University (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in Clarks Summit, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, commercial transactions and 5 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Fairfield University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Robert practices at Sheils Law Associates, P.C. in Clarks Summit, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Peter Sheils, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. 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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Real Estate Law

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

Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Clarks Summit 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 Robert Peter Sheils, Jr.

Where is Robert Peter Sheils, Jr.'s law office located?
Robert Peter Sheils, Jr.'s law practice is located in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania. The firm is Sheils Law Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. handle?
Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. practiced law?
Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. go to law school?
Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Peter Sheils, Jr. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1970
B.A.
Fairfield University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1998

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