Atty. Eric E Matwiejczyk

Atty. Eric E Matwiejczyk

Eric E Matwiejczyk is a lawyer practicing civil forfeitures, criminal defense, employment law and 5 other areas of law. Eric received a B.C.J. degree from Ferris State University, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Eric E Matwiejczyk at a glance

Eric E Matwiejczyk is an Associate based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Peterson Paletta, PLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, immigration, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1992). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D. (—) and Ferris State University B.C.J. (—). Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Eric E Matwiejczyk is a lawyer practicing civil forfeitures, criminal defense, employment law and 5 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.C.J. degree from Ferris State University, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Eric practices at Peterson Paletta, PLC in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Eric E Matwiejczyk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric E Matwiejczyk handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Grand Rapids are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Eric E Matwiejczyk's law office located?
Eric E Matwiejczyk's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Peterson Paletta, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric E Matwiejczyk handle?
Eric E Matwiejczyk focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, immigration, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Eric E Matwiejczyk practiced law?
Eric E Matwiejczyk has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Eric E Matwiejczyk go to law school?
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Education

Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D.
- In Progress
Ferris State University B.C.J.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1992

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