Atty. Matthew Stephen Waite

Atty. Matthew Stephen Waite

Matthew Stephen Waite is a lawyer practicing government, election campaigns & political law, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a degree from Albany Law School, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Plattsburgh Plattsburgh 14 yrs experience 14 year
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About Matthew Stephen Waite at a glance

Matthew Stephen Waite is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, litigation, and government attorney based in Plattsburgh, New York. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in New York (2012). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (JD, 2010) and Albany Law School (—). Serands clients in Plattsburgh, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew Stephen Waite is a lawyer practicing government, election campaigns & political law, litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a degree from Albany Law School, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Matthew practices in Plattsburgh, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Stephen Waite's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Plattsburgh 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 Stephen Waite

Where is Matthew Stephen Waite's law office located?
Matthew Stephen Waite's law practice is located in Plattsburgh, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Stephen Waite handle?
Matthew Stephen Waite focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Matthew Stephen Waite practiced law?
Matthew Stephen Waite has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Matthew Stephen Waite go to law school?
Matthew Stephen Waite earned their education at (JD, 2010); (—).
How can I contact Matthew Stephen Waite for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Albany Law School of Union University
- 2010
Albany Law School
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2012

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