Our attorneys handle complex business, energy, municipal, real estate, and estate matters, providing practical guidance tailored to each client.
Our firm has spent decades serving clients with distinction, offering respected leadership and deep legal experience across every matter we handle. Our team’s background includes advising nonprofit institutions, prosecutorial service within Luzerne County, recognition in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Super Lawyers and leadership roles within statewide practice committees and professional associations.
We are licensed to practice in all Pennsylvania courts and provide comprehensive representation in business litigation and transactions, energy and regulatory matters, municipal law, and probate, trust, and estate litigation. As a boutique practice, we deliver strategic, informed advocacy backed by seasoned judgment and a commitment to achieving results in complex legal disputes.
Proven legal counsel built on longstanding client relationships.
Peer-recognized for exceptional legal ability and ethical standards.
Deeply rooted in Luzerne County and Northeast Pennsylvania.
At Chariton Malak, we have the knowledge, skills and experience to be effective advocates in energy law. Our attorneys are equipped with the abilities needed to guide clients through complex regulatory issues and represent them in court if litigation becomes necessary.
Our attorneys have handled matters including enforced land use rights, assisted hydraulic fracturing (fracking) operations, landowner issues, surface, easement and mineral rights for our clients. As skilled litigators, we are prepared to zealously advocate on behalf of our clients in court in all types of energy disputes including Renewables.
Our attorneys have assisted businesses with their legal issues for decades, zealously representing businesses involved in litigation as well as helping entrepreneurs launch new enterprises. Our passion is serving our local community, and our attorneys are dedicated to supporting the businesses that allow our neighborhoods to thrive.
Our team often represents clients in matters involving government, municipal, and not-for-profit law. We handle cases for our clients that involve land usage disputes, zoning disputes, and other matters. One of our partners, Jeffrey J. Malak, is highly skilled in this practice and has developed a reputation as an experienced advocate for his clients who works diligently on their behalf. He has served as solicitor for a number of local governments as well and has a master’s degree in governmental work.
Established counsel backed by decades of service, respected professional credentials and a deep understanding of Northeast Pennsylvania.
We take time to understand each client’s circumstances, priorities and goals before recommending a clear course of action.
Our attorneys help clients plan carefully, address legal risks and pursue effective representation when disputes require litigation.
Our experience across business, energy, municipal and zoning, and estate matters allows us to guide clients through complex, interconnected legal issues.
We offer litigation and planning services to clients who have unique estate planning needs. Our attorneys draft high value and complex estate plans and we are fully equipped to assist business owners and individuals with multiple properties or complex investments. We represent clients in estate and probate litigation concerning breach of fiduciary duty, mistakes in wills, undue influence and other issues. Our team will do a thorough review of your situation and carefully explain all of your legal options.
For more than half a century, businesses, municipalities and individuals across Pennsylvania have relied on our attorneys for practical solutions and trusted guidance. We combine extensive legal experience with a personal, client-focused approach to help resolve complex matters and protect our clients’ interests. Our attorneys provide thoughtful counsel across business litigation, energy law, municipal and land-use matters, real estate, estate planning and estate administration. Every client receives attentive service, clear communication and a legal strategy shaped around their specific needs and goals.
For more than half a century, businesses, municipalities and individuals across Pennsylvania have relied on our attorneys for practical solutions and trusted guidance. We combine extensive legal experience with a personal, client-focused approach to help resolve complex matters and protect our clients’ interests. Our attorneys provide thoughtful counsel across business litigation, energy law, municipal and land-use matters, real estate, estate planning and estate administration. Every client receives attentive service, clear communication and a legal strategy shaped around their specific needs and goals.
Jerry B. Chariton is a partner of Chariton & Malak. Listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers,
Legal matters can feel complex. These answers provide general information about our services and what to expect when contacting Chariton Malak.
Our attorneys assist clients with business transactions and litigation, energy law, municipal and zoning matters, real estate, estate planning, estate administration and Orphans’ Court litigation.
Yes. We assist clients with planning, transactions, contracts and other preventive legal matters, while also providing experienced representation when a dispute requires negotiation or litigation.
Yes. Our attorneys represent clients in matters involving energy development, land-use rights, zoning, municipal regulations and related disputes throughout Northeast Pennsylvania.
Yes. We help clients create estate plans, administer estates and address disputes involving wills, trusts, beneficiaries and Orphans’ Court proceedings.
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Whether you need guidance regarding a business matter, energy dispute, municipal issue, or estate plan, Chariton Malak is ready to help you understand your options.
Our goal is to help people in the best way possible. this is a basic principle in every case and cause for success. contact us today for a free consultation.
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