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About John W. Matthews at a glance
John W. Matthews is an attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in New York (1990) and Pennsylvania registered to practice U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1992). Educated at College of William and Mary (J.D., 1989) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S.E.E. M.E., 1979). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John W. Matthews is a lawyer
- John received a B.S.E.E. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 36 years
- John practices in Philadelphia, PA
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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