Atty. Matthew Patrick McWilliams
Matthew Patrick McWilliams is a lawyer practicing tax, intellectual property, patent application. Matthew has been licensed for 21 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 21+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Patrick McWilliams at a Glance
Matthew Patrick McWilliams is a patent, ip, and tax attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2005) and Florida (2014). Educated at Rutgers School of Law-Camden (J.D., 2005). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Patrick McWilliams
- Matthew Patrick McWilliams is a lawyer practicing tax, intellectual property, patent application
- Matthew has been licensed for 21 years
- Matthew practices in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew Patrick McWilliams's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Patrick McWilliams handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Patent Law in Philadelphia
Matthew Patrick McWilliams is one of 20,632 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Intellectual Property in Philadelphia
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Matthew Patrick McWilliams is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Tax Law in Philadelphia
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Matthew Patrick McWilliams is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
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 Philadelphia 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 venue, 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.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Matthew Patrick McWilliams
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew Patrick McWilliams's practice in the field of patent, ip, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Patrick McWilliams brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and Florida, Matthew Patrick McWilliams can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, ip, and tax, Matthew Patrick McWilliams can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Matthew Patrick McWilliams attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew Patrick McWilliams Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew Patrick McWilliams has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matthew Patrick McWilliams directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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