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Atty. Matthew J. Hudson

Atty. Matthew J. Hudson

Matthew J. Hudson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, juvenile, family and 2 other areas of law.

Harlan Harlan 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (888) 715-8461 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew J. Hudson at a glance

Matthew J. Hudson is a divorce, criminal defense, family law, juvenile, and litigation attorney based in Harlan, Iowa. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1997). Serands clients in Harlan, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew J. Hudson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, juvenile, family and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew has been licensed for 29 years
  • Matthew practices in Harlan, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew J. Hudson's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Matthew J. Hudson is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Iowa →

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.

Matthew J. Hudson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Matthew J. Hudson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →

Juvenile Law

Matthew J. Hudson is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Matthew J. Hudson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew J. Hudson

Where is Matthew J. Hudson's law office located?
Matthew J. Hudson's law practice is located in Harlan, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew J. Hudson handle?
Matthew J. Hudson focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, juvenile, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Matthew J. Hudson practiced law?
Matthew J. Hudson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
How can I contact Matthew J. Hudson for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1997

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