Shaffer Thomas W is a distinguished law firm providing a comprehensive general practice with deep roots in the Uniontown community. Located in the historic J.V. Thompson Opera House, the firm stands out for its personalized, client-first approach and a legacy of civic duty spanning over three generations. Attorney Thomas W. Shaffer brings a unique combination of legal expertise and specialized technical knowledge to each case.
The firm is built on a philosophy of providing cost-effective, aggressive representation, proudly having tried over 250 trials and handled over 1,000 preliminary hearings. It serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, families, small businesses, major corporations, and landowners, with a commitment to achieving favorable outcomes in both high-profile and everyday legal matters. The practice is further distinguished by its attorney’s background in mineral engineering, offering rare insight into resource-related legal issues.
Services Offered
- Criminal Law
- Wills, Trusts, and Estates
- Personal Injury
- Wrongful Death
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Adoption
- Custody
- Paternity
- Protection from Abuse Act
- Matrimonial Matters
- Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
- Cell Tower Leasing Agreements
- Windmill Matters
- Solar Energy Source Agreements
- Real Estate
- Eminent Domain
- Business Law
- Corporate Formation
- Employment Contracts
- Business Transactions
- Collections
- Buying, Selling, and Winding Down Businesses
- Mineral Rights
- Gas Rights
- Related Right-of-Ways
- Well Leasing
- Damages
- Civil Rights
- Discrimination
- Wrongful Employment Termination
- Hostile Work Environment
- Teacher / Student Sexual Harassment
The firm provides services to clients throughout Uniontown and the surrounding areas of Pennsylvania, handling everything from multi-million dollar estates to minor accident claims. With a history of litigating landmark civil rights cases and high-profile matters covered by national and international media, the practice is equipped to manage complex and significant legal challenges.
