Matthew Michael McClenahen

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Matthew Michael McClenahen
Experienced criminal defense attorney and Penn State alumnus in State College, PA.
Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 75% Criminal Defense
    12 years
  • 24% DUI / DWI
    12 years
  • 1% Speeding / Traffic Ticket
    15 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Sometimes), Free Consultation (60 minutes), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 814-308-0870
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  • McClenahen Law Firm LLC
    315 South Allen Street Allenway Building Suite 321
    Suite 321
    State College, PA 16801
    Office: 814-308-0870
    Fax: 814-689-3686
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • German
  • Russian

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Matt McClenahen grew up in Mifflin County, PA, and graduated from Penn State University in 1994, and the Dickinson School of Law in 1997. McClenahen learned... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Outstanding Lawyer”

Posted by: a DUI client, about 14 hours ago.

Client Review: Matt is a consummate professional who's knowledge of the law and results were only surpassed by his court side manner. I was genuinely impressed by... more
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5 star rating

“Excellent lawyer”

Posted by: Henry, about 1 month ago.

Client Review: Matt is a highly intelligent attorney who will give his all for his clients. Some people talk about caring for their clients. Matt really cares. He... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

8 endorsements


Raquel Anne Ross

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Matthew McClenahen is a passionate advocate, ensuring the protection of his clients' rights throughout the judicial... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Raquel Ross , State College (PA), 9 days ago
Dean Edward Reynosa

I have known Matt since we worked together in the York County Public Defenders Office. I wouldn't hesitate to refer any State College area criminal... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Dean Reynosa , Carlisle (PA), 20 days ago
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Résumé

 

License

16 years since Matthew Michael McClenahen was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Pennsylvania Active 1997 05/14/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at McClenahen Law Firm 2006–present
Trial Attorney at York County Public Defender's Office 2001–2006
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1997
University Park Campus of Penn State University German BS - Bachelor of Science 1994

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Rising Star Super Lawyers 2012

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
member National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 2008–present
member Centre County Bar Association 2006–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 6
Answers: 22 Legal Answers
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2 Answers marked helpful by other users
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Publications

Article Publication Date
In Drug Cases, The First to Squeal Gets the Deal Blog 2013

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Jerry Sandusky Trial Analyst Live Broadcasts 2012
The Art of Jury Selection Introduction to Criminal Law Class. Guest Lecturer 2012

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