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Atty. Scott Douglas Schafer

Atty. Scott Douglas Schafer

Scott Douglas Schafer is a lawyer practicing product liability litigation, civil litigation, insurance litigation and 1 other area of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Douglas Schafer at a glance

Scott Douglas Schafer is a product liability, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1995), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1996), and Pennsylvania (2014). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1995) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Douglas Schafer is a lawyer practicing product liability litigation, civil litigation, insurance litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Scott practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Douglas Schafer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Douglas Schafer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 Scott Douglas Schafer

Where is Scott Douglas Schafer's law office located?
Scott Douglas Schafer's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Douglas Schafer handle?
Scott Douglas Schafer focuses on product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Scott Douglas Schafer practiced law?
Scott Douglas Schafer has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Scott Douglas Schafer go to law school?
Scott Douglas Schafer earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Scott Douglas Schafer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1995
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1996
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2014

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