Atty. Matthew J Catania

Atty. Matthew J Catania

Matthew J Catania is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, criminal law, child abuse & neglect. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Hackensack Hackensack 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew J Catania at a glance

Matthew J Catania is a Sr. Asst. Dep. Pub. Def., Pub. Def. Off. based in Hackensack, New Jersey. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and juvenile. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1974). Educated at Rutgers University J.D. (—) and Fairleigh Dickinson University B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew J Catania is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, criminal law, child abuse & neglect
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Matthew practices in Hackensack, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew J Catania's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Juvenile 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 Hackensack 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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Where is Matthew J Catania's law office located?
Matthew J Catania's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew J Catania handle?
Matthew J Catania focuses on criminal defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Matthew J Catania practiced law?
Matthew J Catania has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Matthew J Catania go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew J Catania received?
Matthew J Catania's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Rutgers University J.D.
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Fairleigh Dickinson University B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1974

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