Atty. Matthew Joseph Lager

Atty. Matthew Joseph Lager

Matthew Joseph Lager is a lawyer practicing bicycle accidents, boating accidents, motor vehicle accidents and injuries and 35 other areas of law. Matthew received a degree from The Pennsylvania State University, University Park in 2009, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Erie Erie 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Joseph Lager at a glance

Matthew Joseph Lager is a Partner based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Bernard Stuczynski Barnett & Lager. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2012), New Jersey (2012), and U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania and Court of Common Pleas of Erie Count (2012). Educated at The Pennsylvania State University, The Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 2012) and The Pennsylvania State University, University Park (B.S. Biology, 2009). Active member of Erie County Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, The Northwest Pennsylvania American Inn of Court. Provides legal services in English. Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Joseph Lager is a lawyer practicing bicycle accidents, boating accidents, motor vehicle accidents and injuries and 35 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a degree from The Pennsylvania State University, University Park in 2009, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Matthew practices at Bernard Stuczynski Barnett & Lager in Erie, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Joseph Lager's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Matthew Joseph Lager is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Wrongful Death

Matthew Joseph Lager is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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.

Matthew Joseph Lager is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Matthew Joseph Lager is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Matthew Joseph Lager is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 Erie 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.

Looking for additional Pennsylvania attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Erie or all attorneys in Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Joseph Lager

Where is Matthew Joseph Lager's law office located?
Matthew Joseph Lager's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is Bernard Stuczynski Barnett & Lager. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Joseph Lager handle?
Matthew Joseph Lager focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Matthew Joseph Lager practiced law?
Matthew Joseph Lager has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
What languages does Matthew Joseph Lager speak?
Matthew Joseph Lager provides legal services in English. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Matthew Joseph Lager go to law school?
Matthew Joseph Lager earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.S. Biology, 2009).
How can I contact Matthew Joseph Lager for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Joseph Lager directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
The Pennsylvania State University, The Dickinson School of Law
- 2012
B.S. Biology
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park
- 2009

Languages

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2012
New Jersey
Admitted: 2012
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania and Court of Common Pleas of Erie Count
Admitted: 2012

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