Atty. Matthew P. Barrett

Atty. Matthew P. Barrett

Matthew P. Barrett is a lawyer practicing negligence, litigation, general practice and 15 other areas of law.

Scranton Scranton 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (272) 317-2296 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew P. Barrett at a glance

Matthew P. Barrett is a car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and real estate attorney based in Scranton, Pennsylvania. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1992), New Jersey (1992), and U.S. District Court, Middle Districts of Pennsylvania and U.S. District Court, District of New Jerse (1992). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1992) and University of Scranton (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lackawanna County (Member: Young Lawyers Division Board of Directors, 2001—) and American Bar Associations Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew P. Barrett is a lawyer practicing negligence, litigation, general practice and 15 other areas of law
  • Matthew P. received a B.A. degree from University of Scranton in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Matthew P. practices in Scranton, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew P. Barrett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew P. Barrett 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 P. Barrett is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Wrongful Death

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Matthew P. Barrett is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

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

Matthew P. Barrett is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Scranton 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew P. Barrett

Where is Matthew P. Barrett's law office located?
Matthew P. Barrett's law practice is located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew P. Barrett handle?
Matthew P. Barrett focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Matthew P. Barrett practiced law?
Matthew P. Barrett has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Matthew P. Barrett go to law school?
Matthew P. Barrett earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Matthew P. Barrett for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew P. Barrett 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.
What awards or recognition has Matthew P. Barrett received?
Matthew P. Barrett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1992
B.A.
University of Scranton
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992
New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Middle Districts of Pennsylvania and U.S. District Court, District of New Jerse
Admitted: 1992

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