Atty. Ronald Jay Shaffer

Atty. Ronald Jay Shaffer

Ronald Jay Shaffer is a lawyer practicing commercial, energy & utilities, business litigation and 3 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 45 Years Experience 45 year
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  • Ronald Jay Shaffer is a lawyer practicing commercial, energy & utilities, business litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Ronald received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Ronald practices at Fox Rothschild LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Profile Summary

About Ronald Jay Shaffer at a glance

Ronald Jay Shaffer is a business, ip, securities, litigation, and energy attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. They practice at Fox Rothschild LLP. Serving clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Practice Areas Explained

Ronald Jay Shaffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald Jay 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Ronald Jay Shaffer is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Securities Law

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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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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ronald Jay Shaffer

Where is Ronald Jay Shaffer's law office located?
Ronald Jay Shaffer's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Fox Rothschild LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ronald Jay Shaffer handle?
Ronald Jay Shaffer focuses on business, ip, securities, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Ronald Jay Shaffer practiced law?
Ronald Jay Shaffer has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Ronald Jay Shaffer go to law school?
Ronald Jay Shaffer earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Ronald Jay Shaffer for a consultation?
You can contact Ronald Jay Shaffer 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.
What awards or recognition has Ronald Jay Shaffer received?
Ronald Jay Shaffer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvani
Admitted: 1983

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