Atty. Matthew Scott Pappas

Atty. Matthew Scott Pappas

Matthew Scott Pappas is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil rights, tribal law. Matthew received a degree from Saddleback College, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Riverside Riverside 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Matthew Scott Pappas at a glance

Matthew Scott Pappas is a Member based in Riverside, California, practicing at Matt Pappas, Attorney. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1994), United States District Court for the Southern District of California (1995), and United States Supreme Court (2012). Educated at Western State University College of Law (J.D., 1994) and Saddleback College (—). Serands clients in Riverside, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew Scott Pappas is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil rights, tribal law
  • Matthew received a degree from Saddleback College, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Matthew practices at Matt Pappas, Attorney in Riverside, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Scott Pappas's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Scott Pappas

Where is Matthew Scott Pappas's law office located?
Matthew Scott Pappas's law practice is located in Riverside, California. The firm is Matt Pappas, Attorney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Scott Pappas handle?
Matthew Scott Pappas focuses on criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Scott Pappas practiced law?
Matthew Scott Pappas has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Matthew Scott Pappas go to law school?
Matthew Scott Pappas earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (—).
How can I contact Matthew Scott Pappas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Western State University College of Law
- 1994
Saddleback College
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
United States District Court for the Southern District of California
Admitted: 1995
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 2012

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