Atty. Matthew Christophe Maclear

Atty. Matthew Christophe Maclear

Matthew Christophe Maclear is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, complex litigation, environmental and 16 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 26 Years Experience 26 year
Call (279) 901-5683

Profile Summary

About Matthew Christophe Maclear at a glance

Matthew Christophe Maclear is a personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, zoning, and white collar attorney based in Sacramento, California. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in California (2000). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 2000) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1995). Serves clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Christophe Maclear is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, complex litigation, environmental and 16 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Matthew practices in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Christophe Maclear's Areas of Practice

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

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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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Matthew Christophe Maclear is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

Matthew Christophe Maclear is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

White Collar Crimes

Matthew Christophe Maclear is one of 18,196 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Christophe Maclear

Where is Matthew Christophe Maclear's law office located?
Matthew Christophe Maclear's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Christophe Maclear handle?
Matthew Christophe Maclear focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, zoning, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Christophe Maclear practiced law?
Matthew Christophe Maclear has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Matthew Christophe Maclear go to law school?
Matthew Christophe Maclear earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Matthew Christophe Maclear for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 2000
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1995

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2000

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