John P. Shea

Philadelphia, PA


John P. Shea

Philadelphia, PA


John Shea brings more than three decades of litigation and advisory experience to MGC, representing clients in complex matters across a broad range of industries. His practice focuses on public and private transportation litigation, medical and professional malpractice defense, and commercial disputes involving construction, commercial real estate, insurance coverage and bad faith claims, and products liability.

Throughout his career, John has successfully tried numerous cases in state and federal courts throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Connecticut. In addition to his litigation practice, he serves as a trusted advisor to clients on risk management, policy development, and operational issues. Healthcare institutions regularly engage John to consult on risk management strategies and policy implementation, and he is frequently invited to discuss legal and liability issues impacting the transportation industry.

John also brings substantial experience in commercial and corporate matters, including representing clients in commercial and residential real estate transactions, assisting with business formation and corporate structuring, and advising companies on a wide range of legal and business concerns. His broad legal background enables him to provide practical, strategic counsel that helps clients navigate complex challenges while advancing their business objectives.

Practice Areas


Litigation

Curriculum Vitae


Education (2)
  • Villanova University School of Law (JD)
  • Providence College (BS, magna cum laude)
Professional Memberships (2)
  • DRI
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
Bar Admissions (7)
  • New Jersey (1992)
  • U.S. District Court of New Jersey (1993)
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1999)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (2006)
  • U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania (2007)
  • Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania