Atty. Robert J. Matthews

Atty. Robert J. Matthews

Robert J. Matthews is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury law, workers compensation law and 2 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 55 yrs experience 55 year
Call (929) 695-3068 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert J. Matthews at a glance

Robert J. Matthews is a Sr. Com. Pleas J. based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on wills, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1971) and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1971) and LaSalle University (B.S., 1959). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert J. Matthews is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury law, workers compensation law and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from LaSalle University in 1959, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Robert practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert J. Matthews's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. Matthews handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Robert J. Matthews is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Personal Injury

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.

Robert J. Matthews is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Robert J. Matthews is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Robert J. Matthews is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Robert J. Matthews is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert J. Matthews

Where is Robert J. Matthews's law office located?
Robert J. Matthews's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert J. Matthews handle?
Robert J. Matthews focuses on wills, personal injury, family law, estate planning, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Robert J. Matthews practiced law?
Robert J. Matthews has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Robert J. Matthews go to law school?
Robert J. Matthews earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1959).
How can I contact Robert J. Matthews for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Temple University
- 1971
B.S.
LaSalle University
- 1959

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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