Atty. Matthew Barison
Trial Lawyer specializing in criminal defense (District, Superior and Boston Municipal Court). Also experienced in personal injury and civil litigation.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 15+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Barison at a Glance
Matthew Barison is a Principal based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Matthew K. Barison. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2011), United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts (2011), and New York (2012). Educated at Tulane University Law School (J.D., 2011) and Trinity College (B.A., 2004). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Barison
- Trial Lawyer specializing in criminal defense (District, Superior and Boston Municipal Court)
- Also experienced in personal injury and civil litigation
- Boston based, admitted to practice in Massachusetts and New York
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Matthew Barison's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Barison handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Criminal Defense in Boston
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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Juvenile Law in Boston
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Civil Litigation in Boston
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Civil Rights in Boston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boston Choose Matthew Barison
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew Barison's practice in the field of criminal defense, juvenile, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Barison brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts, United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, and New York, Matthew Barison can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, juvenile, and litigation, Matthew Barison can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means Matthew Barison attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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