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Attorney Matthew L. Clemente, a native of Northeast Pennsylvania, grew up in Wayne County. He attended Honesdale High School and worked on a sheep farm during the summers. Matt earned his Bachelors of Arts from Cornell University, where he studied Philosophy and Government and graduated summa cum laude. He went on to attain his Juris Doctorate from Syracuse University College of Law, graduating magna cum laude. He was admitted to practice law by both the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Matt is a member of the Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
Prior to entering private practice, Attorney Clemente served as a Law Clerk to the Honorable Robert D. Mariani, District Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. He is also employed as a part-time public defender, representing indigent clients in criminal matters in Luzerne County. Matt lives in Dunmore with his fiancée, Shaina, daughter, Adeline, and rescue cat, Hobbes.
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Acquired: 2014
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39 South Main Street, Pittston, PA, 18640
52 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2025
Definitely recommend
My dad had questions regarding an issue that arose and he didn’t know what to do. He contacted Mr. Clemente and he walked him through everything and explained things to us, knowing that we couldn’t pay him as we don’t have enough money to afford an attorney at this moment. Very helpful and very profe...
Posted by John | September 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A great human and an even better lawyer.
I honestly thought my life was over, but Matt saved it. I got him as a public defender and he put in more work than most paid lawyers would have. Words can't express the gratitude I have for this man. I could have been given 30 years in a federal prison. Yesterday I was given 3 years probation. Do ...
Posted by Candice | July 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Best lawyer ever
I appreciate everything thing Mr. Clemente did to help me with my case, from the moment I walked into that at office I knew I was in great hands, I never felt worried or uncertain about my case, he also is very understanding of financial issues and worked with me, I’m very happy I hired him as my la...
Posted by Mark | February 27, 2019
Excellent Legal Advice
I called Matthew Clemente and had a legal question and he went out of his way to answer my question. Parts I was confused about he went over with me and gave me a clear understanding of the entire situation. We went over mutiple possible outcomes for my situation and I got off the phone feeling more ...
Posted by Alfred | May 02, 2018
Help without reward
Was very helpful to me with a minor consultation and questions I've needed answers to. Did not ask me to hire him, nor ask for any sort of return on my part at all. He even offered future advice. He gave me all the answers I needed and responded very quickly to me. Certainly a man to go to if you...
"Attorney Clemente is a caring, compassionate and dedicated attorney who fights for his clients, no matter how big or small the case/issue may be. I have known Attorney Clemente to be truly invested in his clients lives in order to ensure he obtains the best possible outcome for each individual client. For these reasons, I fully endorse Attorney Clemente."
"Attorney Clemente always goes above and beyond to get his clients results. He is well respected by fellow lawyers and judges and is an incredible advocate for his clients. I hold him in high regard as a fellow attorney and have great respect for his passion and work ethic."
"Attorney Clemente's work ethic and care for his clients are truly one-of-a-kind. Having worked with Attorney Clemente on matters in the past, he is a dedicated attorney who puts the needs of his clients first. Attorney Clemente fights tirelessly for his clients, keeping his clients involved every step of the way. For these reasons, I endorse Attorney Matthew Clemente."
"Energetic, highly motivated, and efficient. Attorney Clemente truly gives his all to each and every client. He is responsive, polite, and very professional. Thorough and creative, he will explore and explain all potential approaches to your case. As an experienced public defender, Attorney Clemente utilizes an innovative holistic approach, considering all collateral factors in his representation of clients. I highly recommend Attorney Clemente."
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Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2014
magna cum laude, Syracuse University College of Law
2011
summa cum laude, Cornell University College of Arts and Sciences - Government Department
2015 - Present
Assistant Public Defender, Luzerne County Public Defender's Office
2014 - 2015
Law Clerk, Middle District of Pennsylvania
2017 - Present
Northeast Pennsylvania Prison AdvocatesFounder
2015 - Present
Wilkes-Barre Law and Library AssociationMember
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Law School and Legal Practice
2014
2012
English
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