Atty. Matthew Joseph Barnes

Atty. Matthew Joseph Barnes

Matthew Joseph Barnes is a lawyer practicing business formation, tax implications, succession planning and 6 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Melville Melville 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Joseph Barnes at a glance

Matthew Joseph Barnes is a Member based in Melville, New York, practicing at Barnes & Barnes, PC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on formation, probate, real estate, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (2002), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2002), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2002). Educated at Hofstra University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Hofstra University (B.A. Public, 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Joseph Barnes is a lawyer practicing business formation, tax implications, succession planning and 6 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Matthew practices at Barnes & Barnes, PC in Melville, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Joseph Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Matthew Joseph Barnes is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in New York →

Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Matthew Joseph Barnes is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Melville 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Joseph Barnes

Where is Matthew Joseph Barnes's law office located?
Matthew Joseph Barnes's law practice is located in Melville, New York. The firm is Barnes & Barnes, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Joseph Barnes handle?
Matthew Joseph Barnes focuses on formation, probate, real estate, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Matthew Joseph Barnes practiced law?
Matthew Joseph Barnes has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Matthew Joseph Barnes go to law school?
Matthew Joseph Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. Public, 1997).
How can I contact Matthew Joseph Barnes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew Joseph Barnes received?
Matthew Joseph Barnes's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Hofstra University School of Law
- 2001
B.A. Public
Hofstra University
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2002

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