About Jeremy-Evan
Jeremy-Evan Alva is a Pennsylvania lawyer who earned his J.D. from Temple University. He built his legal training at a law school known for its clinical programs and urban practice opportunities. That classroom foundation prepared him for courtroom work and client service in a variety of state matters.
After law school he entered practice in Pennsylvania and rose to a leadership role at a private firm. He is now a partner at Alva & Shuttleworth, LLC. The partner title reflects both casework responsibilities and the administrative duties that come with running a small firm.
Alva’s professional memberships underscore the shape of his practice. He is a member of the NORML Legal Committee, which places him among lawyers who work on issues tied to cannabis policy and criminal law reform. He also belongs to the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, an organization that connects defense practitioners across the state. In Philadelphia, he participates in the local bar through the Philadelphia Bar Association.
Those affiliations suggest steady involvement in criminal defense and the evolving questions around marijuana regulation. Colleagues and clients often see him in Pennsylvania courts handling matters that touch on both traditional criminal defense and emerging statutory changes. He approaches cases with attention to legal detail and an eye on recent developments in state law.
Within his firm, Alva balances litigation and case management. Partnership at a small firm means wearing many hats. He manages client intake, develops strategies in contested matters, and coordinates with other counsel when cases require specialized expertise. He also takes part in professional forums and continuing legal education connected to his memberships.
As of 2026 he remains a partner at Alva & Shuttleworth, LLC and practices in Pennsylvania. His current work centers on criminal defense and related legal issues, including matters arising from changes in cannabis law.
