Schnee Legal Services

We understand your challenges. We strive to be accessible, responsive and affordable. We know the importance of finding a law firm you can trust and that's why your trust is our top priority.

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Practice Areas

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Municipal Law

Right-to-Know Law (Open Records law)

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Right To Know Law

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Sunshine Act

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Civil Litigation

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"My top priority is to earn your trust and keep it."

- J. Chadwick Schnee, Esquire

Why Clients Choose Us

Our lawyers are dedicated to ensuring that you get personal attention and top-quality service for all of your legal concerns.

Schnee Legal Services In Numbers

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A seasoned attorney with more than a decade of experience, J. Chadwick (“Chad”) Schnee started his law firm to serve clients in a wide variety of matters, including labor and employment law, municipal issues, Right-to-Know (open records), Sunshine Act and guardianship matters. Schnee Legal Services litigates matters throughout Pennsylvania.

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Bar Admissions

  • The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the Middle

        District of Pennsylvania

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Authored four books focusing on the Right-to-Know Law and the Sunshine Act.

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With a commitment to excellence and a passion for justice, we are here to support you every step of the way. Don't navigate the complexities of the legal system alone, let us be your trusted partner. Contact us now to schedule your consultation and start your journey toward resolution and peace of mind.

At Schnee Legal Services, we understand the importance of trust and will do what it takes to earn it.

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    Chadwick is a great lawyer with amazing attention to detail. He really cares about his clients, and helped us a lot with an important case over the last couple years. ~ Richard

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    Chadwick is an amazing attorney who is willing to take challenging cases and fight valiantly for his clients. His billing is transparent, and it has been a privilege to have him represent me. ~ Chris

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News & Updates

Legal Insights with Attorney Schnee, Navigating the Path of Justice

Agencies beware: Injunctive relief against users of the Right-to-Know Law may be increasingly difficult under Pennsylvania’s Anti-SLAPP Statute

April 15, 2025
Agencies beware: Injunctive relief against users of the Right-to-Know Law may be increasingly difficult under Pennsylvania’s Anti-SLAPP Statute

The Importance of Procedural Due Process: A Successful Expungement of a Mental Health Commitment In Erie County, PA

By J. Chadwick Schnee, Esq • January 1, 2025
The Importance of Procedural Due Process: A Successful Expungement of a Mental Health Commitment in Erie County, PA
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Are public libraries subject to the Right-to-Know Law? Definitely maybe.

By J. Chadwick Schnee, Esq • December 1, 2024
Are public libraries subject to the Right-to-Know Law? Definitely maybe.
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