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Atty. Matt Preston Patterson

Atty. Matt Preston Patterson

Matt Preston Patterson is a lawyer practicing trial practice, insurance defense, criminal law (prosecution) and 2 other areas of law. Matt received a B.S. degree from Friends University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Topeka Topeka 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Matt Preston Patterson at a glance

Matt Preston Patterson is a criminal defense, employment, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Topeka, Kansas. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Kansas (2000), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (2000), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2004), and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (2005). Educated at Washburn University (J.D., 2000) and Friends University (B.S. Business, 1996). Serands clients in Topeka, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matt Preston Patterson is a lawyer practicing trial practice, insurance defense, criminal law (prosecution) and 2 other areas of law
  • Matt received a B.S. degree from Friends University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Matt practices in Topeka, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Matt Preston Patterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matt Preston Patterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Matt Preston Patterson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kansas →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Matt Preston Patterson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kansas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Matt Preston Patterson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kansas →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Matt Preston Patterson is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Kansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practicing law in Kansas. Legal matters in Kansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Topeka are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kansas 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 Kansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matt Preston Patterson

Where is Matt Preston Patterson's law office located?
Matt Preston Patterson's law practice is located in Topeka, Kansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matt Preston Patterson handle?
Matt Preston Patterson focuses on criminal defense, employment, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Matt Preston Patterson practiced law?
Matt Preston Patterson has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Matt Preston Patterson go to law school?
Matt Preston Patterson earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S. Business, 1996).
How can I contact Matt Preston Patterson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washburn University
- 2000
B.S. Business
Friends University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 2006

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