Atty. Matthew Arthur Petit

Atty. Matthew Arthur Petit

Matthew Arthur Petit is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, family law, juvenile law and 4 other areas of law. Matthew has been licensed for 25 years.

Massillon Massillon 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Matthew Arthur Petit at a glance

Matthew Arthur Petit is a probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Massillon, Ohio. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2001) and Florida (2002). Educated at Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—). Serands clients in Massillon, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Matthew Arthur Petit is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, family law, juvenile law and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew has been licensed for 25 years
  • Matthew practices in Massillon, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Arthur Petit's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Arthur Petit handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Matthew Arthur Petit is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Matthew Arthur Petit is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Matthew Arthur Petit is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Arthur Petit

Where is Matthew Arthur Petit's law office located?
Matthew Arthur Petit's law practice is located in Massillon, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Arthur Petit handle?
Matthew Arthur Petit focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Matthew Arthur Petit practiced law?
Matthew Arthur Petit has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Matthew Arthur Petit go to law school?
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Education

Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2001
Florida
Admitted: 2002

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