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Atty. Matthew G. Wapner

Atty. Matthew G. Wapner

Matthew G. Wapner is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, contracts & agreements and 11 other areas of law.

Newark Newark 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew G. Wapner at a glance

Matthew G. Wapner is a Partner based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at McCarter & English, LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, personal injury, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1999) and New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Penn (2000). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1999) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew G. Wapner is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, contracts & agreements and 11 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Matthew practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew G. Wapner's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Contracts

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew G. Wapner

Where is Matthew G. Wapner's law office located?
Matthew G. Wapner's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is McCarter & English, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew G. Wapner handle?
Matthew G. Wapner focuses on formation, contracts, personal injury, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Matthew G. Wapner practiced law?
Matthew G. Wapner has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Matthew G. Wapner go to law school?
Matthew G. Wapner earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Matthew G. Wapner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1999
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1999
New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Penn
Admitted: 2000

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