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Matthew Edward Williamson

Matthew Edward Williamson

7.4

Very Good

Experience 3.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 45% DUI / DWI
    13 years
  • 25% Bankruptcy / Chapter 7
    13 years
  • 15% Personal Injury
    13 years
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Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Fixed (Always)
  • Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Credit Card, Check

Contact Information
  • Address registered with state bar
    215 W Franklin St 5th Fl
    Monterey, CA 93940
    Office: 831-657-●●●● - show
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Languages
  • English

About Me

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About me: Besides being a legal nerd (I've been full time in the law since 1989, when I decided it is what I loved) and read just about everything out there, I've also... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating

5.0 star rating 2 reviews
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5 star rating

“Darn good Criminal Attorney”

Posted by: Tony, 2009-08-25 3 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: Because of Mr. Williamson's help I was able to avoid major criminal charges. He acted very quickly, professionally and courteously. He never made me... more
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“A Very Reliable and Knowledgeable Attorney”

Posted by: Christy K., 2009-08-24 3 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: He immediately dealt with the issue and led to a very satisfactory conclusion -even better than I hoped to get. My settlement was considerably larger... more

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Endorsements

4 endorsements

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John Joseph VanDervoort

I endorse this lawyer's work. I have been an attorney 37 years over 20 years of which I have dedicated exclusively to DUI/DMV. Matt has given... more

Endorsement from lawyer: John VanDervoort , Chico (CA), About 1 month ago
Jonathan H Levy

I endorse Matthew Williamson because his answers on Av vo indicate a strong commitment to helping out folks in need and providing quality legal... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jonathan Levy , Washington (DC), 4 months ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 13 years since Matthew Edward Williamson was first licensed to practice law in CA.

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

Work Experience
Position Duration
Owner, Paralegal at Access Legal Self-Help 1992–1994
President at North State Legal Self-Help 1991–1992
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
Monterey COL law
California St Univ Chico undergraduate

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Moot Court Champion California State University Chico 1992

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Attorney Eastern District of California Federal Court 1996–present
License Attorney State Bar of California 1996–present
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 7
Question: Do I need an attorney to help me settle a dog...
Matthew's answer: Hello, All the other attorneys have good answers. You don't have to have an attorney, but you... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Various Articles Over a Multi-Month Period Law Office Computing 1997

Cases
Title:
Camp Paradise Trial: Santa Cruz 2001
Practice Area:
Criminal Defense
Outcome:
1/2 Found Not Guilty - 1/2 No Real Fines
Description:
8 people were charged with camping in the "infamous" Camp Paradise case which lasted 3 days. I came in to help threat the last minute to aid with...

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Bankruptcy Bankruptcy - How to Start Run and Do Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy 2009
Bankruptcy Bankruptcy - How to Start Run and Do Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy 2009
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