Atty. Sheila M. Ford

Atty. Sheila M. Ford

Sheila M. Ford is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law, landlord and tenant law, real estate.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Sheila M. Ford at a glance

Sheila M. Ford is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Ford & Council. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on family law, real estate, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1979). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1979) and Fisk University (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sheila M. Ford is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law, landlord and tenant law, real estate
  • Sheila received a B.A. degree from Fisk University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Sheila practices at Ford & Council in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Sheila M. Ford's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Sheila M. Ford is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 Pittsburgh 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 Sheila M. Ford

Where is Sheila M. Ford's law office located?
Sheila M. Ford's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Ford & Council. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sheila M. Ford handle?
Sheila M. Ford focuses on family law, real estate, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Sheila M. Ford practiced law?
Sheila M. Ford has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Sheila M. Ford go to law school?
Sheila M. Ford earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Sheila M. Ford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1979
B.A.
Fisk University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1979

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