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About Matthew J. Thomas at a glance
Matthew J. Thomas is a Member based in New Bedford, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of Matthew J. Thomas. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on civil rights. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1988) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1988). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Boston College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Bedford, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New Bedford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Matthew J. Thomas is a lawyer practicing civil rights
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Matthew practices at Law Office of Matthew J. Thomas in New Bedford, MA
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Bedford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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