Matthew N. Gilman

Matthew N. Gilman

4.4
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 11 years

Licensing Lawyer at Shirley, MA
Practice Areas: Licensing, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

1000 Mount Laurel Circle, Unit 1, Shirley, MA

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

Have you been charged with operating under the influence. Not only do need a lawyer in your corner who knows how to beat the case but you need someone who knows the license suspension ramifications and how to save your drivers license.

12 years

40%
Licensing 40%

Has your drivers license been suspends or revoked? As a former Hearings Officer at the Registry of Motor Vehicles, Attorney Gilman can help you get your license back!

15 years

40%
Criminal Defense 20%

Affordable and experienced criminal defense trial attorney! Matthew Gilman Law has the experience and resources to help you!

12 years

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 11 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2014

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Location

Gilman Law, P.C.

1000 Mount Laurel Circle, Unit 1, Shirley, MA, 01464

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Matthew N. Gilman's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Anthony | January 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Service that was exceptional in a Dui case.

Mr. Gilman handled a case with DUI. He was very informative, available anytime you called, went the extra mile to make sure that we were prepared. There were many concerns and questions he was open to anything you asked and was very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him and use his firm for fut...ure counsel.

Posted by Khurram | March 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

3rd OUI Case — License revoked: Immediate Threat

Attorney Mathew Gilman helped me get my license back and went above and beyond call of duty. I appreciate the fact that he always reached out to me before I could call him whereas other Attorneys sometimes don’t return cilent calls the same day. He accompanied me to the Board of Appeals for my hearin...g and spoke of my behalf there and the following day as well because he happened to be there and my case was particularly problematic (3rd OUI). After I received the letter from board of appeals, he helped me better comprehend it and instructed me to go see the hearing officer to acquire my license. Naturally, I went to RMV the next day, while I was there Hearing officer was being somewhat difficult so I contacted Mr. Gilman. He called the RMV manager to point out Boards letter which stated reinstatement of license and he made sure I got my license back that day. Furthermore, I got my actual/regular license not the hardship license with restrictions. I utterly believe if it wasn’t for Attorney Gilman, I wouldn’t have my license right now. He is kind, caring, professional and most importantly extremely knowledgeable. I suppose being a hearing officer in the past has helped him become the best lawyer for matters regarding rmv, hearing officer and all license related issues. Needless to say, he’s quite familiar with the overall RMV procedures specailly “Immediate threat” as was the case with me. I highly recommend Attorney Mathew Gilman and hiring him was the best decision I made as far as my license is concerned. Lastly, I found Attorney Gilman online while searching google for “best License Lawyers in Mass” and I read some reviews which led me to hire Mr. Gilman so I truly hope my review helps someone out there with suspensed/revoked license.

Posted by Alex | August 21, 2018 | Residential

Home Buyer

Made my home buying experience easy from a legal standpoint. Punctual, on-time, and detail oriented.

Posted by Susan | April 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Matthew Gilman as good as advertised

Matthew handled my son's case with confidence, complete understanding and command of the situation, and knowledge of the system to achieve a swift and successful resolution. We are very grateful for his expertise and would recommend him to anyone with a traffic-related legal issue.

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

OUI Plea and Hardship License

Matt was proactive in reaching out to me once he took my case. He listened to all of the details of the case and was reassuring. He knew all the ins and outs of my circumstances. He was also readily available via the phone and email. On the day of my court appearance attorney Gilman arrived early... and spoke with the ada about my case. He was reassuring as we waited for the case to be called. During the interaction with the judge he was proactive in providing the judge with positive aspects of my case. The judge ended up adding one charge, but I do not fault attorney Gilman for that. Additionally, Matt was super helpful in getting my hardship license. He walked me through the process, give me guidance on crafting my letter, researched public transportation options and how they would not be viable, and brought me to the RMV in Boston. While at the RMV, he showed me exactly where to go, what forms to fill in, and met with the hearing officer, on my behalf. Attorney Gilman has experience working at the RMV as a hearing officer, and as such he had a lot of connections, and this made the process very smooth. I would recommend him unequivocally and without hesitation.

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Matthew N. Gilman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lissa McKinney

Licensing lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Atty. Matt Gilman uses his talent and experience for everyone, not just his clients. I met Matt at a volunteer seminar on RMV licensing issues a few years ago, because real lawyers never *stop learning. He spent his time and effort to help educate his colleagues on nuanced areas of the law. He is always willing to take a call seeking guidance, or offer his perspective on approach. Lawyers that help other lawyers improve their knowledge, or share their resources deserve every success that comes their way. Good lawyers care very much about their clients and the results of the case; Great lawyers care just as much about the work of their colleagues and overal reputation of the bar. Matt is a great lawyer and I reccommend him."

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Julie Gaudreau

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a great lawyer and extremely knowledgable in all issues surrounding criminal defense and RMV license appeals. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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Edwin Howard

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt is a top notch Lawyer in the community who I have worked very closely with. I happily give him my endorsement as I know he is very knowledgeable in the world of criminal defense"

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Christopher Brine

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Attorney Gilman. I've known him for several years and would, without hesitation, refer to him any client needing assistance with a driver's license or criminal defense issue."

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Angela Cormier

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Simoneau

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Christopher Brine

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Edwin Howard

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2002

Hero Among Us, Boston Celtics

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Public Defender, Fitchburg District Court

2015 - Present

Attorney, Matthew Gilman Law

2014 - Present

Associate, Army & Kiritsy, LLC

2013 - 2013

Summer Associate, Fletcher Tilton PC

2012 - 2013

Student Attorney, Suffolk University Law School

2011 - 2014

Administrative Hearings Officer, Massachusetts Department of Transportation - Registry of Motor Vehicles

2008 - 2011

Program Coordinator, Massachusetts Department of Transportation - Highway Division

2007 - 2008

Advance Staff Person to Lieutenant Governor Timothy P. Murray, Office of Governor

Associations

2015 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Worcester County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Assault and Battery - NOT GUILTY

NOT GUILTY

Suspended License

License Reinstated

Assault and Battery - Not Guilty

Not Guilty

Hardship License

Success

Hardship License

Success

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Education

2014

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor, Summa Cum Laude

2007

Clark University

MA - Masters

2006

Clark University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Worcester Bar Association

Registry of Motor Vehicle Consequences

Languages

English

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