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An Experienced Philadelphia Business Litigator And Counselor
With over 30 years of experience, I have the sophistication, skills and experience necessary to resolve business tort claims, executive compensation disputes and partnership issues that feature complex facts and subtle issues of law.
My name is Stanley B. Cheiken, and I have built my practice on delivering creative solutions to clients and always being prepared to litigate. While other lawyers may prefer to settle claims, at the Law Office of Stanley B. Cheiken, I have earned a reputation for providing aggressive and successful trial advocacy honed by my decades of experience. When the opposition is facing me, they know to take the case seriously because I am prepared to go to trial and have obtained outstanding results before judges and juries.
From My Yardley Office, I Serve Clients Throughout Pennsylvania And New Jersey.
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A Road Map To Legal Resolutions In Business Litigation, Professional Litigation And Employment Law
I am committed to working closely with each of my clients. I believe that a close attorney-client relationship is critical to the success of a case. From the outset, I engage with my clients in strategy sessions and work with them to develop roadmaps to success and budgets. This approach empowers my clients to be aware of what I am working on for them so that they can make informed, tactical decisions throughout their cases. I deliver solutions, provide answers to complex legal questions, help clients avoid pitfalls and work to get them back to their businesses.
When clients call my office, they speak with me. My clients are able to reach me by cellphone and know that I am highly accessible to answer their questions, provide advice and discuss strategies. I handle all my own communications and personally prepare all litigation documents for my clients’ cases. When individuals choose to work with me, they can expect me to manage every aspect of their case personally.
Your Advocate In Business And Professional Disputes

Stanley B. Cheiken
“Stan – you’ve been an exceptional advisor to me during this unusual period of my life. I can’t thank you enough for your guidance.” – A professional disciplinary action client
“I thank you for representing me when no one else would.” – A whistleblower retaliation client
“Thank you for believing in my case and for seeing it through. . . . Your thoughtful and measured approach – and your sense of humor – helped me immeasurably.” – An employment discrimination client
Reach Out To Learn How I Can Help You
Timing is critical when you are involved in a legal dispute. The sooner you reach out to an attorney, the more options you will have available to you and the more time you will have to gather information to build a stronger claim or defense.
To discuss your business or professional dispute and the legal options available to you, please call me to schedule a meeting or consultation. You can reach me in Pennsylvania at 215-572-8600 or in New Jersey at 856-486-2110. You can also send me a message through my website with a brief description of your case.
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Pushed out? What constitutes “squeeze-out” tactics under PA and NJ law
A business partner might stop payments, cut off email access or change bank logins. These moves cross the line from a simple dispute into a squeeze-out. Spotting these tactics helps minority owners recognize when routine business choices amount to actionable...
Wage Payment and Collection Law
The Pennsylvania Wage Payment and Collection Law creates a remedy in situations where an employer fails to timely pay wages to an employee. I have handled many of these claims over the years, both on behalf of employees and employers. These claims involve quite a bit...
Happy Thanksgiving
A few things for which I'm thankful about my law practice: For my clients, who allow me to advocate for them and trust me with matters of utmost importance. For my colleagues, who keep me on course, support me, and teach me how to practice. I have always learned best...







