Atty. Scott E. Yaw

Atty. Scott E. Yaw

Scott E. Yaw is a lawyer practicing real estate law, litigation, collections and 6 other areas of law.

Malvern Malvern 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (484) 327-5251

Profile Summary

About Scott E. Yaw at a glance

Scott E. Yaw is a Member based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, practicing at Lentz, Cantor & Massey, Ltd.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, zoning, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990), Pennsylvania (1990), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1993). Educated at Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Colgate University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chester County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serves clients in Malvern, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott E. Yaw is a lawyer practicing real estate law, litigation, collections and 6 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Scott practices at Lentz, Cantor & Massey, Ltd. in Malvern, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott E. Yaw's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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.

Scott E. Yaw is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

Scott E. Yaw is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Scott E. Yaw is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 Malvern 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 Scott E. Yaw

Where is Scott E. Yaw's law office located?
Scott E. Yaw's law practice is located in Malvern, Pennsylvania. The firm is Lentz, Cantor & Massey, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott E. Yaw handle?
Scott E. Yaw focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, zoning, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Scott E. Yaw practiced law?
Scott E. Yaw has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Scott E. Yaw go to law school?
Scott E. Yaw earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Scott E. Yaw for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott E. Yaw received?
Scott E. Yaw's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Colgate University
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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