Representation of YOUR interests ... done right.When you're in trouble, you need someone who is willing to fight for YOUR interests and yours ONLY.Legal problems can take your breath away. You NEED the attorney who will help you keep breathing.
I am a graduate of Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where I served as a research assistant to tenured faculty and was named a Teaching Fellow as well as Who's Who Among Law Students. I am admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, the Federal Middle District-Pennsylvania, and all Pennsylvania Courts.
I am a former assistant district attorney and have been honored by the Central Pennsylvania readers of Harrisburg Magazine by being named Reader’s Choice – Criminal Attorney for three consecutive years, and recently as Reader's Choice -- Family Law.
I served three terms as a member of the Dauphin County Bar Association Board of Directors. During my third term, I was elected as an officer of the Board, serving an additional two terms and scheduled to become the 2016 President of the Board of Directors.
I have been a guest lecturer at The Pennsylvania State University’s Dickinson School of Law and have guest-lectured Magisterial District Judge continuing legal education. I have been named continuously to Who's Who in American Law 2005-2006, 2007-2008, 2009-2010, 2011-2012, 2013-2014 and 2015-2016 editions.
Practice areas
All crimes ranging from SUMMARY violations to FELONY crimes. Representation ranging in ALL procedural areas, from police "interviews" through the preliminary hearing and at trial.
23 years
All matters concerning family law including, but not limited to, divorce, support, marriage separation agreements (MSA), qualified domestic relations orders (QDRO) and protection from abuse (PFA)
23 years
All DUI violations, including preliminary hearings, negotiated pleas, and entrance into the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program.
23 years
Provide representation to sports stars, musicians, singers, and other celebrities. Negotiate and write contracts, for example: film stars' compensation, musicians' and singers' recording contracts, and authors' publication deals.
23 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 1999 | 05/28/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top Ten for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Select Lawyer - Highest Regard by Peers | Susquehanna Style Magazine | 2015 |
Reader's Choice -- Family Law | Central PA Magazine | 2014 |
Top Contributor | Avvo | 2014 |
Reader's Choice -- Criminal Law | Central PA Magazine | 2010 |
Reader's Choice -- Criminal Law | Central PA Magazine | 2009 |
Reader's Choice -- Criminal Law | Central PA Magazine | 2008 |
Select Lawyers - Highest | Susquehanna Style Magazine | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Office of J. Michael Sheldon | 2005 - 2015 |
Attorney | Costopoulos, Foster & Fields | 2001 - 2005 |
Assistant District Attorney | York County District Attorney's Office | 1999 - 2001 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Dauphin County Bar Association | President of the Board of Directors | 2016 - Present |
Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Dauphin County Bar Association | Member of the Board of Directors | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg PA | JD - Juris Doctor | N/A |
Temple University | MA - Masters | N/A |
Pennsylvania State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | N/A |
Harrisburg Area Community College | AA - Associate Degree | N/A |
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Walter Hnot,, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 12, 2017
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Mr. Sheldon is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
Mark Clay, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 22, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Sheldon. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.
Walter Hnot,, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 12, 2017
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Mr. Sheldon is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
Mark Clay, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 22, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Sheldon. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.
Abraham Cardenas, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 17, 2015
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I always rate an attorney by whether I would use him or her if I had an issue where I needed legal help. Attorney Sheldon is that attorney that I would turn to without hesitation. He is dedicated, knowledgeable and will fervently advocate for his client. I wholeheartedly endorse him.
Katrina Luedtke, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer because of his work ethic and commitment to his clients. His reputation for quality effort and client-oriented outcomes is excellent within our legal community.
Roger Laguna, Family Attorney on Jun 3, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Sheldon is a true professional in every sense. He is very knowledgeable and a tough advocate who knows how to get results for his clients.
Herbert Corky Goldstein, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
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I endorse Michael Sheldon not only as a fine lawyer, but someone who has given so much to our profession. He will be the Next President of The Dauphin County Bar Association. He is an excellent criminal defense lawyer, but also very accomplished in other areas of the law. I am proud to have Michael as a fellow attorney
Sean Quinlan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 31, 2014
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I endorse this attorney. His diligence and professionalism are well-known and his effort to secure the best possible outcome for his clients is second to none. He fights for his clients. I've seen it.
John Sheridan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 24, 2014
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I have known Michael for more than 15 years. I endorse him without hesitation or reservation.
Sean Cleary, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Lisa Hopkins, Unknown Attorney on Dec 17, 2014
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Mr. Sheldon is smart, well-prepared, very knowledgeable and experienced in his practice areas. When my clients have needed his assistance, they overwhelmingly report back the outstanding results with complete satisfaction. Quite simply, Mr. Sheldon does excellent work on behalf of his clients.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
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