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Atty. Matthew H. Gelfond

Atty. Matthew H. Gelfond

Matthew H. Gelfond is a lawyer practicing criminal law.

Encino Encino 12 yrs experience 12 year
Call (510) 956-5223 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew H. Gelfond at a glance

Matthew H. Gelfond is an Associate based in Encino, California, practicing at Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (2014). Educated at Illinois IT Chicago-Kent COL Chicago IL California St Univ Northridge CA (—). Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew H. Gelfond is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Matthew received a degree from Illinois IT Chicago-Kent COL, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Matthew practices at Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC in Encino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew H. Gelfond's Areas of Practice

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

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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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 Encino 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 andnue, 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

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Where is Matthew H. Gelfond's law office located?
Matthew H. Gelfond's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew H. Gelfond handle?
Matthew H. Gelfond focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew H. Gelfond practiced law?
Matthew H. Gelfond has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Matthew H. Gelfond go to law school?
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Practice Areas

Education

Illinois IT Chicago-Kent COL Chicago IL California St Univ Northridge CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2014

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