Joel M. Scheer

Joel M. Scheer is the President of Fishbone & Scheer, A Professional Corporation, and an accomplished attorney with decades of experience representing clients in business law, real estate, estate planning, wills and trusts, and civil litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania since 1975, he has built a respected career serving individuals, families, and businesses across the region. His work spans entity formation, corporate matters, negligence claims, zoning issues, and commercial and residential real estate transactions.

Scheer earned his J.D. with Distinction from Hofstra University, where he served as Articles Editor of the Hofstra Law Review. His legal education strengthened his analytical skills and provided a strong foundation for his diverse practice. Throughout his career, he has taught business and employment law as an adjunct professor at Moravian College, Lafayette College, and Northampton County Area Community College, reflecting his commitment to education and professional development.

With admissions to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States, Scheer is equipped to handle complex matters at multiple levels of litigation. He has earned the highest rating for legal ability from Martindale-Hubbell, recognizing his professionalism, ethics, and dedication. His service includes leadership roles in the Northampton County Bar Association and long-standing membership in the Pennsylvania Bar Association.

Joel M. Scheer’s extensive experience allows him to guide clients through business disputes, estate administration, will contests, landlord-tenant issues, and municipal matters with clarity and precision. His practice reflects a steadfast commitment to quality legal service, detailed analysis, and practical solutions for clients throughout Easton and the surrounding communities.

Law Office Affiliations

• President, Fishbone & Scheer
• House of Delegates, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Board of Governor’s, Northampton County Bar Association, 1990-2000

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania

Education

• Hofstra University
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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