Atty. Matthew Willard Johnston

Atty. Matthew Willard Johnston

Matthew Willard Johnston is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Matthew has been licensed for 5 years.

Louisville Louisville 5 yrs experience 5 year
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About Matthew Willard Johnston at a glance

Matthew Willard Johnston is a criminal defense attorney based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have 5+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2021. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (2021). Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Matthew Willard Johnston is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Matthew has been licensed for 5 years
  • Matthew practices in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Willard Johnston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Willard Johnston 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Common questions about Matthew Willard Johnston

Where is Matthew Willard Johnston's law office located?
Matthew Willard Johnston's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Willard Johnston handle?
Matthew Willard Johnston focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Matthew Willard Johnston practiced law?
Matthew Willard Johnston has 5+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2021.
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Practice Areas

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 2021

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