
Andrea L. Schlafer, Workers Comp Attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Over 14 years of legal practice
ShareholderatCapehart & Scatchard, P.A.
Mount Laurel, NJ
Practicing workers comp in Mount Laurel since 2012.
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Andrea L. Schlafer is a shareholder based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Andrea has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A..
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- Workers Comp
- Handles Workers Comp matters from Mount Laurel, NJ.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Andrea L. Schlafer: Andrea L. Schlafer is a shareholder based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Andrea has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A..
Areas of practice
Andrea's practice areas in Mount Laurel
Andrea concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrea handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Andrea takes workers comp matters in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrea agrees to represent you.
Biography
Andrea L. Schlafer, workers comp attorney serving Mount Laurel
Andrea L. Schlafer is a shareholder based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Andrea has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.. Andrea works from Mount Laurel, New Jersey and takes on workers comp matters across the region.
Ms. Schlafer focuses her practice in the representation of employers, self-insured companies, and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation defense matters. Prior to joining Capehart Scatchard, Andrea served as a Judicial Clerk to The Honorable Kevin T. Smith, J.S.C.
Publications
New Jersey Workers’ Comp Blog - A blog focused on covering all aspects of workers’ compensation law in the State of New Jersey, Contributing Author, 2018 to present.
Court Holds That Federal Law Trumps State Marijuana Law, New Jersey Workers’ Comp Blog, June 2018.
Classes and Seminars
“Key Issues in NJ Wage and Temporary Disability Law, etc.,” NWCDN Annual Conference, September 2025.
“Case Law and Legislative Update,” New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education (NJICLE), August 2025.
“New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Overview,” In-house Berkshire, April 2025.
Legal Side Bar,” NWCDN webinar, November 2020
“The COVID-19 Ripple Effect: Economic and Medical Impact on the Payment of Temporary Disability Benefits,” webinar, April 2020.
“New Jersey Workers’ Compensation,” in-house Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Company, November 2019
“Legal Case Law Update,” Central Jersey Claims Association, October 2019
“Key 2019 Cases You Need to Know,” Millennium Seminars, September 2019
“Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability,” South Jersey Claims Association, March 2019
“The Curious Case of Michelle in The Night Time - A Mock Trial Presentation,” The Advanced Spine Center, October 2017
“Recent Cases in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation,” Millennium Seminars, April 2016
“Concussion Management in the Workplace,” NovaCare, September 2015
“Fighting Fraud,” South Jersey Claims Association, September 2015
Andrea's approach to workers comp cases
Ms. Schlafer focuses her practice in the representation of employers, self-insured companies, and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation defense matters. Prior to joining Capehart Scatchard, Andrea served as a Judicial Clerk to The Honorable Kevin T. Smith, J.S.C. Publications New Jersey Workers’ Comp Blog - A blog focused on covering all aspects of workers’ compensation law in the State of…
The kind of cases Andrea takes
Andrea reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Mount Laurel and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Andrea studied and practices
Rutgers School of Law, Camden, New Jersey
J.D. · 2012
College of Charleston, Charleston, North Carolina
B.S. Cum · 2008
Jurisdictions
Andrea's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
2012 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
2012 · ACTIVE
Andrea studied at J.D. in Rutgers School of Law, Camden, New Jersey and B.S. Cum in College of Charleston, Charleston, North Carolina.
Law school and academic background
Andrea completed J.D. in Rutgers School of Law, Camden, New Jersey and B.S. Cum in College of Charleston, Charleston, North Carolina. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrea runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Andrea L. Schlafer's office in Mount Laurel
Andrea's primary office is at 8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 300 S, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.
8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 300 S
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
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How to hire Andrea L. Schlafer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrea usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Andrea charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrea's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Andrea will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Andrea
Andrea discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Andrea confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Andrea's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Andrea L. Schlafer
How much does it cost to hire Andrea for a workers comp case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrea walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andrea offer a free consultation?
Andrea charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrea's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Andrea's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple workers comp matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andrea gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andrea take my case if I'm outside Mount Laurel?
Andrea is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andrea will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Andrea?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andrea will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andrea accepting new workers comp clients right now?
Andrea's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Workers Comp attorneys serving Mount Laurel, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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