A Legacy of Litigation Excellence in Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania
Since the firm’s establishment in 1930, Scanlon, Howley & Doherty, P.C. has maintained a general and civil litigation practice with an emphasis on professional malpractice, general liability and workers’ compensation. The firm represents corporations and individuals throughout Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania but is not limited to those areas.
Scanlon, Howley & Doherty is a firm committed to providing preeminent civil litigation legal services to clients throughout Northeast and Central Pennsylvania. Our track record is unparalleled.
Our Areas Of Practice
Medical Malpractice and Health Care Defense
SHD has particular expertise in successfully defending health care providers and entities at trial and further mitigating potential exposure.
General Liability
We have extensive experience with a wide range of legal and business disputes, including personal injury, product liability, etc.
Workers’ Compensation
SHD has over a half century of experience in all aspects of workers’ compensation defense proceedings.
Professional Liability Defense
The attorneys at SHD have extensive knowledge of Pennsylvania’s procedural standards.
Government, Civil Rights, & Constitutional Law
We have the experience and skill to represent clients involved in civil rights and constitutional matters.
Attorney Profiles
The team of lawyers at SHD are highly qualified in all facets of civil litigation.
Firm Overview
Our track record is unparalleled and led by Senior trial lawyer James A. Doherty, Jr.

