Atty. Matthew Brent Leonhard

Atty. Matthew Brent Leonhard

Matthew Brent Leonhard is a lawyer practicing native peoples law, appellate practice, criminal law and 7 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Western Washington University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

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About Matthew Brent Leonhard at a glance

Matthew Brent Leonhard is a CTUIR Dept. of Jus. based in Pendleton, Oregon. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, real estate, zoning, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Washington (1997), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington (2003), and Oregon U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District (2007). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1997) and Western Washington University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Pendleton, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew Brent Leonhard is a lawyer practicing native peoples law, appellate practice, criminal law and 7 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Western Washington University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Matthew practices in Pendleton, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Brent Leonhard's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Real Estate Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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Juvenile Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Brent Leonhard

Where is Matthew Brent Leonhard's law office located?
Matthew Brent Leonhard's law practice is located in Pendleton, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Brent Leonhard handle?
Matthew Brent Leonhard focuses on contracts, criminal defense, real estate, zoning, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Matthew Brent Leonhard practiced law?
Matthew Brent Leonhard has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Matthew Brent Leonhard go to law school?
Matthew Brent Leonhard earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Matthew Brent Leonhard for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1997
B.A.
Western Washington University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
Admitted: 2003
Oregon U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District
Admitted: 2007

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