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Atty. Matthew John Porter

Atty. Matthew John Porter

Matthew John Porter is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, divorce & separation and 3 other areas of law. Matthew has been licensed for 23 years.

Watertown Watertown 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (315) 949-2838 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew John Porter at a glance

Matthew John Porter is a Jefferson Co. Public Defenders Off. based in Watertown, New York. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, criminal defense, and child support. Admitted to practice in New York (2003). Educated at St. John's University J.D. (—). Serands clients in Watertown, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew John Porter is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, divorce & separation and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew has been licensed for 23 years
  • Matthew practices in Watertown, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew John Porter's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

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Child Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Where is Matthew John Porter's law office located?
Matthew John Porter's law practice is located in Watertown, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew John Porter handle?
Matthew John Porter focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, criminal defense, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Matthew John Porter practiced law?
Matthew John Porter has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Matthew John Porter go to law school?
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Education

St. John's University J.D.
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Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2003

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