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Leon Matchin

Leon Matchin

also known as Leon Matchin, Esq., Law Offices of Leon Matchin, LLC

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New Brunswick, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI

317 George Street, Suite 320, New Brunswick, NJ

About Leon

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Request and obtain discovery from the State for all criminal, drug and alcohol related offenses, review the discovery with the client, file all appropriate motions to suppress and or dismiss together with all appropriate objections to the State's evidence and case in chief and if necessary take the case to trial.

24 years | 100 cases

50%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 40%

Request and obtain discovery from the State for all traffic related offenses such as driving while suspended, driving uninsured vehicle, speeding, leaving the scene of an accident, reckless driving, passing a school bus, unlicensed driver, driving a vehicle while in possession of CDS, review the discovery with the client, and work out the best possible plea bargain arrangement with the prosecutor or take the case to trial.

24 years | 1,000 cases

40%
DUI and DWI 10%

Request and obtain discovery from the State for drunk driving and or refusal to submit to testing device, review the discovery with the client, file all appropriate motions to suppress and or dismiss together with all appropriate objections to the State's evidence and case in chief and if necessary take the case to trial.

24 years | 100 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Leon Matchin, LLC

317 George Street, Suite 320, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

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50 U.S. 9, #202, Morganville, NJ, 07751

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37 Robbinsville Allentown Rd, Trenton, NJ, 08691

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100 Horizon Center Boulevard, Hamilton Township, NJ, 08691

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1400 Hooper Ave 2d Floor, Toms River, NJ, 08753

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33 Wood Ave South, Woodbridge, NJ, 08830

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Leon Matchin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

526 Client Reviews

Showing 316 - 320 of 526 reviews

Posted by Pedro | August 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fantastic from start to finish

Mr. Matchin has recently helped me beat a hit & run case in Union County when the cards were greatly stacked against me. He does not promise anything out of reach, is realistic regarding all aspects of the case and keeps you in the loop at all times. If you are in such or similar situation please... don’t hesitate and contact Mr. Matchin. I am beyond thankful and will keep this gentleman’s number saved in my phone until the day he decides to step away from the courts.

Posted by Steve | August 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Quick response and action!

I have worked with many attorneys over my lifetime for civil, probate, traffic and criminal cases. Leon Matchin by far is the most client responsive of them all. Leon always responded to my calls, texts or e-mails within hours with up to date information on my concerns. He is well connected to the... entire legal system from the judges and district attorneys to the other attorneys in the area. You can expect outstanding service from Leon Matchin from the first contact through the resolution of your case.

Posted by Billy | July 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Worth every dollar

Was straightfoward from the start i had used him in two cases and got majority of the serious charges dropped dui related..he told me the outcome and that what he thought would happen and everything came out great under the circumstances..it wouldve been alot worse without him

Posted by Patrik schmid | July 13, 2019 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

The best!!!!!

Help already 5 times very good lawyer always no points on my license and very lower prices to pay in court I’m very happy and satisfied with Leon Matchin and I really recommend

Posted by Ms. L.S. | July 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Best attorney in NJ

Leon Matchin gave me concierge service from day 1 to the end of my case. He was patient, understanding, non judgemental, supportive and AVAILABLE. I was able to reach him personally all the time to ask questions and understand the process from start to finish. What I liked most about Leon was his ten...acity. He didn't quit when it seemed like the road got dark. He stayed in the game, strategized and won my appeal! This is definitely the attorney you want defending you! He won't stop until you walk away in a better position than when you started. I wholeheartedly and unequivocally recommend him.

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Leon Matchin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Monika Mastellone

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jason D'Aniello

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lauren Scardella

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Kevin Moriarty

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Zavistoski

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Jason Seidman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Steven Garner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Matthew Eichen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly effective and knowledgeable."

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Dmitry Levitsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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"

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Jordan Rickards

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Gilbert

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Anthony Fazioli

Unknown lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Steven Keppler

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Sean Spinello

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Jeffrey Pechow

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Anthony Vecchio

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Brian Goldenfarb

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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John Hartmann

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Friend

"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!""

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Douglas Herring

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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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Monika Mastellone

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason D'Aniello

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kevin Moriarty

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Seidman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Zavistoski

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Steven Garner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Eichen

Personal injury lawyer

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Dmitry Levitsky

Personal injury lawyer

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Jordan Rickards

Personal injury lawyer

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Lauren Scardella

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ryan Gilbert

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anthony Fazioli

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joanna Perilli

Family lawyer

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Steven Keppler

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Sidney Rossi

Personal injury lawyer

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Sean Spinello

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jeffrey Pechow

Personal injury lawyer

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Anthony Vecchio

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Goldenfarb

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Douglas Herring

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2019

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2019 - Present

South Jersey Legal Services (Private Attorney Involvement Program)

Member

2017 - Present

Federal Court Third Circuit

Secretary

2017 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI Dismissed

Dismissed

Results Count

Dismissed

Drug Charge Dismissed

Dismissed

DUI

High BAC Reading Downgraded Lower Tier

DUI Dismissed

Dimissed

Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Shoplifting

Shoplifting Charge Dismissed

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Education

2002

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Suny at Stoney Brook

Bachelors

Speaking Engagements

2015

Law Club

Future Lawyers

2012

BNI

Criminal and DUI Representation

Publications

2015

Online Legal Blog Life After a DUI Charge

2015

Online Legal Blog Can They Really Arrest Me?

2015

Online Legal Blog They Didn't Read My Rights

2015

Online Legal Blog Unable to Renew Your License

2015

Online Legal Blog Field Inquiry

2015

Online Legal Blog Terry Stop

2015

Online Legal Blog Arrest

Languages

Russian

English

Activity

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