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also known as Leon Matchin, Esq., Law Offices of Leon Matchin, LLC
I always knew I would be an attorney. My uncle was a prosecutor and a successful defense attorney, so why not do what he does? I graduated Cum Laude from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1998. I started Seton Hall University School of Law at Newark, New Jersey the fall of that same year, part time. Also that year I got a full time job at a law firm in Elizabeth, New Jersey from which it was an easy 15 minute commute to my night classes to law school for four years. I graduated Seton Hall in 2002 and immediately hung my shingles. I never worked for anyone as a practicing attorney. I did everything an attorney does at the firm I worked at, except of course represent clients in court. When I got my license to practice I went out on my own right away. I was 26 years old. My four years working and studying gave me the confidence and knowledge to take such a leap of faith at such a young age. I am still working for myself as a practicing attorney to this day representing clients in court charged with various criminal, drunk driving and traffic offenses. At this point of my career I am a Certified Municipal Court Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of the State of New Jersey.
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86 Washington Ave, Suite A, Milltown, NJ, 08850
50 U.S. 9, #202, Morganville, NJ, 07751
37 Robbinsville Allentown Rd, Trenton, NJ, 08691
100 Horizon Center Boulevard, Hamilton Township, NJ, 08691
1400 Hooper Ave 2d Floor, Toms River, NJ, 08753
33 Wood Ave South, Woodbridge, NJ, 08830
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Posted by Muhammad | November 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Seemsless resolution for the traffic fine. All communication was done through phone and email.
Posted by Gregg | September 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Matchin resolved my automobile infraction quickly, efficiently, and reasonably. His law firm kept me in the loop at all times, and I was overjoyed with the results of his efforts.
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Leo Matchin is an unmatchable great attorney and he is caring and as well as responsive
Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
The Attorneys and staff did a wonderful job at handling my matter. Everyone was professional, helpful and friendly.
Posted by Yelena | September 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Thank you very much for your help! You Leon, your lawyer Sean, and Tanya helped me a lot. I will definitely recommend you. You are professionals in your field. Your office is the best. It was a pleasure to communicate with you. Thank you again.
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Matchin is extremely dedicated to his clients, and will work endlessly on their behalf. Additionally, his knowledge and passion for municipal and criminal defense work is superior, making him a highly effective advocate."
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 12
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"I endorse this lawyer."
"Leon is a tireless advocate, always thinking through the issues in order to help his defend his clients most effectively. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have dealt with Leon on several matters in my position as a municipal prosecutor. I have always found him to be knowledgeable, professional and gentleman. Leon is passionate in the defense of his clients and often obtains favorable results."
"I endorse this lawyer. When I was an Assistant Prosecutor, Leon Matchin was my adversary on several cases. He always worked very hard on behalf of his clients to secure them the best possible results."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Mr. Matchin in the various local courts many times and know that he is very knowledgeable in the law. He appears very comfortable both with his clients and in front of the Judges when he is advocating for his clients."
"Mr. Matchin is a skilled, ethical, intelligent and talented lawyer. He knows all the ins and outs of the court system, and he knows how to get results for his clients. It is my pleasure and honor to endorse him"
"Leon's an incredibly knowledgeable and personable attorney. He knows his files inside and out and searches diligently for any and all legal and factual issues to the benefit of his client. When it comes to municipal court practice in New Jersey he is as well-known and experienced as they come. When I started doing municipal cases Leon was one of the people I would go to when I had a question. I recommend him very highly for all municipal court matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. I give Leon a lot of credit. He graduated law school and immediately opened his own practice so he's fearless, and his business tactics carry over into his law practice. Leon is in multiple criminal courts on a daily basis, in the trenches fighting for his clients. He's not afraid to try cases and do what it takes to get the best results. He has a lot of experience handling felony cases throughout the State."
"Leon is a well respected member of the legal community. He is very knowledgeable, and always available for advice. I recommend this attorney, and fully endorse him."
"I have known Mr. Matchin for more than a year now, and am constantly impressed with his encyclopedic knowledge of the law, his courtroom presence, and his overall ability to provide his clients with exemplary representation. Leon has also become an attorney I look forward to seeing in court, as I know I will always have a friendly ear in him. I strongly endorse Leon Matchin."
"I give attorney Leon Matchin my strongest recommendation. Mr. Matchin was opposing defense counsel on a number of cases when I was serving as a prosecutor. Mr. Matchin was always very thorough, well prepared and exhausted all potential legal defenses. I was also very impressed by the dynamic between Mr. Matchin and his clients and could readily observe how much Mr. Matchin invested in each case and cared about each client. In short, I would rate Mr. Matchin a 10 out of 10 and give him my strongest recommendation."
"For many years now, I have referred criminal and traffic matters to Mr. Matchin. He has been consistently reliable, communicates well and his knowledge of the local courts and judges shows he's a well seasoned practitioner. That type of advice has been invaluable to our practice. I have often turned to Leon for advice in areas of law outside of my own practice and he's always been informative and patient. If he cannot handle a particular case, he has always provided and recommended the names of other reliable attorneys. I endorse Mr. Matchin for his knowledge of the law, reliability, personal and professional demeanor."
"Leon and I have worked on several cases together and I see him advocate for his clients on a regular basis. He is very thorough and professional and fights extremely hard to achieve the best possible results for his clients."
"Leon, is a well respected member of the legal community. He understands the law and knows how to fight for his clients'. Leon is professional, knows his way around a courtroom and tells it like it is."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent aggressive attorney who always does a great job. You can't go wrong with Leon 'Magic Man' Matchin!""
"As a prosecutor, I had cases with Mr. Matchin and I found him to be tough, knowledgeable, and extremely professional. He knows the law and every person in the Court system and Prosecutor’s office. He is an experienced criminal defense attorney who would be invaluable to any person charged with an offense from Municipal Court to Superior Court. I highly endorse Leon Matchin."
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Top 10, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Board Certified - Municipal Court Trial Attorney, Supreme Court of New Jersey
2015
Featured Attorney, Avvo
2013
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
Accredited Business, Better Business Bureau
2002 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Leon Matchin, LLC
1999 - Present
Clerk, Law offices of Robert Diorio
1998 - 1998
Adjunct Professor, State University of New York Stony Brook
2019 - Present
South Jersey Legal Services (Private Attorney Involvement Program)Member
2017 - Present
Federal Court Third CircuitSecretary
2017 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
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Shoplifting Charge Dismissed
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JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Bachelors
2015
Future Lawyers
2012
Criminal and DUI Representation
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