Atty. Matthew James Deschler

Atty. Matthew James Deschler

Matthew James Deschler is a lawyer practicing employment law, child custody, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Bethlehem Bethlehem 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew James Deschler at a glance

Matthew James Deschler is a Partner based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, practicing at Shay, Santee, Kelhart & Deschler. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on child custody, contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, and employment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2011) and U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania (2019). Educated at Temple University Beasley School of Law (J.D., 2011) and University of Pennsylvania B.A. History, summa cum laude, Dean's List (—). Serands clients in Bethlehem, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew James Deschler is a lawyer practicing employment law, child custody, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Matthew practices at Shay, Santee, Kelhart & Deschler in Bethlehem, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew James Deschler's Areas of Practice

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

Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Matthew James Deschler is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew James Deschler

Where is Matthew James Deschler's law office located?
Matthew James Deschler's law practice is located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The firm is Shay, Santee, Kelhart & Deschler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew James Deschler handle?
Matthew James Deschler focuses on child custody, contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Matthew James Deschler practiced law?
Matthew James Deschler has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Matthew James Deschler go to law school?
Matthew James Deschler earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (—).
How can I contact Matthew James Deschler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Temple University Beasley School of Law
- 2011
University of Pennsylvania B.A. History, summa cum laude, Dean's List
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2011
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2019

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