Shafer Law Firm

Shafer Law Firm is a lawyer in Meadville, PA, specializing in medical collections, insurance denials, worker’s compensation accounts, and third-party liability cases. The firm has represented healthcare providers since 1996 and currently serves facilities across more than 30 states. Founded in 1995 by Thomas H. Shafer, Jr., the firm began with personal injury, workers’ compensation, and insurance dispute work, expanding its focus to include medical billing and collections. It maintains a team of attorneys licensed in Georgia, PA, Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Alabama, and Florida, enabling state-specific legal strategies. The firm has a proven track record in recovering funds on first, second, and tertiary placement accounts, including cases where national collection agencies had previously failed. With a rating of 3.90 based on customer reviews, Shafer Law Firm supports healthcare providers through complex billing and legal challenges.

The firm was established in 1995 by Thomas H. Shafer, Jr., who was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 1993 and the PA Bar in 1996. He is also licensed in Virginia and Ohio and practices before federal courts in PA and Georgia, as well as state and supreme courts in those jurisdictions. The firm’s approach emphasizes leveraging state-specific laws and regulations to maximize recovery for medical providers. It handles insurance denials, underpayment disputes, and work-related injury claims with dedicated legal representation. Attorneys on staff include Thomas Shafer, Curtis Smallwood (Kentucky), Janine Smith (Alabama), and Sheena Amin (Florida), each contributing specialized expertise. The firm is also active in community support, sponsoring local organizations and initiatives.

Shafer Law Firm is located at 890 Market St in Meadville, PA, situated just a short distance from several key local landmarks. It lies about a mile from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Crawford County Drug & Alcohol Executive Commission, both government offices. The firm is also within a short walk of the Market House, Park Avenue, the Meadville Central Fire Station, and the Academy Theater, all within a quarter-mile radius.

The firm is known for its specialized legal services in healthcare billing and collections, serving providers across multiple states with a focus on recovery and compliance. Its long-standing presence in the legal field, combined with a multi-state licensed team, underscores its depth and reach in medical legal matters. With a consistent history of handling complex cases, it remains a trusted partner for healthcare providers navigating insurance and recovery challenges in Meadville and beyond.