Atty. Matthew John Bernal

Atty. Matthew John Bernal

Matthew John Bernal is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Matthew has been licensed for 14 years.

Trenton Trenton 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Matthew John Bernal is a criminal defense attorney based in Trenton, New Jersey. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2012). Serands clients in Trenton, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Matthew John Bernal is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Matthew has been licensed for 14 years
  • Matthew practices in Trenton, NJ

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Matthew John Bernal's Areas of Practice

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

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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Matthew John Bernal's law practice is located in Trenton, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Matthew John Bernal focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Matthew John Bernal practiced law?
Matthew John Bernal has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
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Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2012

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