Matthew E Kopera

Mr. Kopera is the worst criminal defense lawyer you will come across. To this day I still deeply regret having him on my case. I ended up sitting in jail an extra 2 months and having a permanent felony conviction on my record because of his horrendous professionalism and lack of care about me and my... case. While in jail it was extremely hard to connect him and when I did get the opportunity to speak to him, he seems annoyed and wanted to get off the phone as soon as possible. While in court I was absolutely dumbfounded how this guy passed the bar exam. He pissed off the judge almost instantaneously, spoke out of turn, forgot major but Basic details about the case. He was sweating, super nervous and fidgety. If you would of told me it was his first legal case ever, I wouldn't doubt you for a second. I was offered a deal the first time In court by the prosecution. Matthew told me not to take it and I could apply for a program that would drop the felony. I spend 2 months in jail until my next court date when Matthew breaks me the news that I'm actually not eligible for that program. He negotiates with the prosecutor (This is where a good lawyer would really help you), He tells me the prosecutor would not budge at ALL from the original deal 2 months prior. Matthew says, well we can try to get you back into the original program you were in (At the next court date in 2 more months) "the judge will most likely not accept it" At this point it was clear to me this guy didn't give a care in the world what happened to me and my life he just wanted his money and to be done with my case, I regretfully accepted an awful ple deal that makes me a convicted felon, years of probation, and a very lengthy suspended sentence. Hindsight is 20/20 but I should of fired this guy and hired a lawyer that would of actually been able to get me back into the program I was in or AT LEAST negotiate a better plea deal. This felony on my record has made everything from finding a job to traveling extremely difficult Matthew E Kopera has undoubtedly ruined my life. Do NOT let him ruin yours!

During my early adulthood I encountered Matthew Kopera. He provided invaluable assistance, guiding me through a challenging period from that time until my early 20s. Ten years later, after leaving my criminal past, I found myself in a situation where I once again required his support. His unwaveri...ng commitment to his word is truly remarkable. Thanks to his intervention, I was able to avoid over five years of imprisonment and had my charges dismissed, as well as two felonies. This experience granted me a clean slate. His assistance was instrumental in achieving this outcome. He has consistently stood by my side since the beginning and will continue to do so. I am deeply grateful to Matthew Kopera for his unwavering support. It is a privilege to have met him not only as a lawyer but also as a lifelong friend. I am truly blessed to have crossed paths with him in Torrington Superior Court on the south end. The town and the police may not change, but I am forever grateful for the positive impact he has had on my life. Thank you so much seriously

You’re better off with a public defender or representing yourself. He is very unprofessional, doesn’t try for best possible resolution and he used to work for the states attorney. Talk about conflict of interest. He should retake his BAR exam or get his card taken. He is definitely involved in Ex par...te communications and proceedings.