Atty. Matthew James Swessinger

Atty. Matthew James Swessinger

Mr. Matthew James Swessinger is a lawyer practicing criminal.

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Matthew James Swessinger is an Off. of the Public Defender based in Hastings, Minnesota. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1916) and New Mexico (2007). Serands clients in Hastings, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Matthew James Swessinger is a lawyer practicing criminal
  • Matthew James has been licensed for 110 years
  • Matthew James practices in Hastings, MN

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Matthew James Swessinger's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Matthew James Swessinger's law practice is located in Hastings, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Matthew James Swessinger focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
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Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1916
New Mexico
Admitted: 2007

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