Atty. Matthew J Collins

Atty. Matthew J Collins

Matthew J Collins is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, drug offense, dui/dwi and 15 other areas of law. Matthew has been licensed for 40 years.

Windsor Windsor 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Matthew J Collins at a glance

Matthew J Collins is a Founder/Head Attorney based in Windsor, Connecticut, practicing at Law Office of Matthew J. Collins. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, juvenile, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in New York (1986) and Connecticut (1988). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 1985). Serands clients in Windsor, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew J Collins is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, drug offense, dui/dwi and 15 other areas of law
  • Matthew has been licensed for 40 years
  • Matthew practices at Law Office of Matthew J. Collins in Windsor, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew J Collins's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Sex Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Where is Matthew J Collins's law office located?
Matthew J Collins's law practice is located in Windsor, Connecticut. The firm is Law Office of Matthew J. Collins. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew J Collins handle?
Matthew J Collins focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, juvenile, sex crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Matthew J Collins practiced law?
Matthew J Collins has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Matthew J Collins go to law school?
Matthew J Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1985).
How can I contact Matthew J Collins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
Connecticut
Admitted: 1988

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