Paula C. Scharff

Paula C. Scharff

4.7
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 33 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Jeffersonville, PA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Family ... +2 more

101 Flannery Drive, Jeffersonville, PA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2008
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About Paula

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 28%

28 years

28%
Family 4%

34 years

4%
Real Estate 2%

25 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1992

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2008

Location

Scharff Paula Christine

101 Flannery Drive, Jeffersonville, PA, 19403

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Paula C. Scharff's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Dalia | October 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Professionalism and Expertise with Heart

My Mom and I first met and hired Paula because my Mom wanted to draw up her Will. I found her in the Yellow Pages (!) and after identifying three local lawyers which I wanted to contact before deciding on one, I chose Paula because she was the ONLY one I was able to speak with directly. I liked and a...ppreciated that accessibility and ease. After meeting with her, I was struck by her manner. Quite frankly, not what I'd expect from a lawyer. Certainly professional, of course, and respectful, but there was and always has been a warmth about her. She treated me and my Mom with compassion, as we told her about my Dad's recent death and other difficult family issues. After my Mom's death, I have continued to consult with, turn to and depend on Paula for all my legal questions and matters. These matters have included assisting me with my Mom's lingering medical bills (which I was not mentally capable of deciphering as I grieved my Mom) as well as in finding a Florida lawyer who could help in the Probate process of a house I have down there. Even after finding a Florida lawyer, I still felt better including Paula in the Probate process, even though the house was in another state which involved other laws and applications. I continue to turn to Paula, even after my Mom's passing, not only because I personally trust her judgment and expertise and feel very comfortable with her, but because one of the last things my Mom asked of me once she knew she was going to joining my Dad soon, was to call Paula after her death so that she could assist me in any way I needed. Knowing she was leaving me behind, but with Paula to turn to for help in my grief, brought my Mom great peace of mind as she departed this world. And if that is not a vote of confidence, I don't know what is.

Paula Scharff

Replied last October 09, 2017

Geez, Dalia, your review brings tears to my eyes. You are so lovely and your mother was always so sweet. I appreciate you trusting me with your family's issues. It is a genuine honor to assist you.

Posted by Dorothy | November 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

dont understand what this means

Paula did my living will,and my will. Also POA both medical and for my will.I had to go to her office several times and got her full attention and help. What impressed me most about her was how she was very concerned about my decisions. I felt like I was her priority. Prompt with call backs. I trust ...her very much!

Paula Scharff

Replied last November 15, 2016

Thank you so very much, Dorothy! You are so very kind and it is a pleasure to serve you!

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Paula C. Scharff's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Starynski

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on several matters as opposing counsel against Ms. Scharff. She was always exceptionally well prepared for each case and represented each client fantastically. I always got the sense that she really cared for her clients to the point that she took the outcome personally. She is the type of attorney that other attorneys respect: she is prompt and thorough, always returns calls and emails in a timely manner, and doesn't "showboat" or engage in ad hominem attacks or histrionics."

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Lenore Myers

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer because she is knowledgeable, has an attention to detail and is kind and compassionate"

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2008.

Suspension issued in PA, 2008

updated on 09/15/2011

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Paula’s comment:

“As a result of what I went through, I have an even greater understanding and compassion for what my clients may experience in our flawed legal system. I have an even greater passion and zealousness to protect, assist and fight for the person of my client and his or her interests. This was a 3 month suspension, I was automatically reinstated. The alleged facts have no bearing on my ability to practice law. I strongly believe that I was unfairly targeted and treated.”

Honors

2017

Avvo Customer Service Award, Avvo

2010

Certificate of Achievement, Montgomery County District Attorney

2010

Certificate of Completion - Advanced Mediation Training, Montgomery Conflict Mediation Center

2007

Certificate of Appreciation for Leadership as Chair, West Norriton Republican Committee

2004

Outstanding Service and Devotion to Youth Center, Montgomery County Youth Center

2003

Liberty Leader Certificate of Merit, The Statue of Liberty -Ellis Island Foundation, Inc.

2000

National Leadership Award, National Republican Congressional Committee

1996

Certificate of Completion - Family Mediation Training, Montgomery County Mediation Center

1989

Friendship Award, Alpha Phi Omega

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Sole Practitioner, Law Office of Paula Christine Scharff

1993 - 2008

Judge of Oral Arguments, Widener School Of Law

Associations

2016 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2007 - 2016

Youth Aid Panel

Vice Chair

Education

1992

Widener University School of Law

J.D. - Juris Doctorate

Speaking Engagements

2018

Accreditation of Paralegal Program at Lansdale School of Business

Requirements for Paralegal Program

2016

Mental Health Law

Mental Health and Procedures Act

2014

Death Planning According to Catholic Doctrine

Advance Directives for Health Care

2010

Hope Night

Child Custody, Support, Equitable Distribution, Protection from Abuse

2009

Hope Night

Custody Law

2008

Expert Speaker Night

Wills and Trusts

2007

Continuing Education

Mental Health and Procedures Act of 1976

Languages

English

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