Atty. Michaelangelo Matera
Michaelangelo Matera is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, commercial law and 6 other areas of law. Michaelangelo received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Melville, NY · 29+ Years Experience
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About Michaelangelo Matera at a Glance
Michaelangelo Matera is a Member based in Melville, New York, practicing at The Matera Law Firm. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, formation, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1997) and New Jersey U.S. District Court Southern District of New York U.S. District Court Eastern District of (1997). Educated at Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center (J.D. American, 1996) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A. Philosophy, 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michaelangelo Matera
- Michaelangelo Matera is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, commercial law and 6 other areas of law
- Michaelangelo received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Michaelangelo practices at The Matera Law Firm in Melville, NY
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Michaelangelo Matera's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michaelangelo Matera handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Melville.
Car Accidents in Melville
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DUI / DWI Defense in Melville
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Business Formation in Melville
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Personal Injury in Melville
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.
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Criminal Defense in Melville
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 Melville
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 Melville 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 venue, 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.
Melville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Melville-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 Melville Choose Michaelangelo Matera
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 Michaelangelo Matera's practice in the field of car accidents, dui/dwi, formation, personal injury, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michaelangelo Matera brings 29+ 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 New York and New Jersey U.S. District Court Southern District of New York U.S. District Court Eastern District of, Michaelangelo Matera can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, dui/dwi, and formation, Michaelangelo Matera can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Melville
A Melville-based practice means Michaelangelo Matera 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 Michaelangelo Matera Handles in Melville
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