Atty. Stephen Kenneth Matson
Stephen Kenneth Matson is a lawyer practicing education law, public employee retirement, labor law and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1964, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Education Law & More Attorney · Serving Altadena, CA · 53+ Years Experience
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About Stephen Kenneth Matson at a Glance
Stephen Kenneth Matson is a Member based in Altadena, California, practicing at Jones & Matson. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment and education. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1972) and Occidental College (B.A., 1964). Serves clients in Altadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen Kenneth Matson
- Stephen Kenneth Matson is a lawyer practicing education law, public employee retirement, labor law and 2 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1964, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Stephen practices at Jones & Matson in Altadena, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen Kenneth Matson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Kenneth Matson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Altadena.
Employment Law in Altadena
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Stephen Kenneth Matson is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Education Law in Altadena
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Stephen Kenneth Matson is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Altadena
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 Altadena 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 venue, 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.
Altadena Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Altadena-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 Altadena Choose Stephen Kenneth Matson
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 Stephen Kenneth Matson's practice in the field of employment and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Kenneth Matson brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and education, Stephen Kenneth Matson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Altadena
A Altadena-based practice means Stephen Kenneth Matson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Stephen Kenneth Matson Handles in Altadena
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stephen Kenneth Matson has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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