Matthew Brendan Tuohy

My former attorney, Matthew Tuohy, whom I would NEVER reccomend anyone hire has demonstrated gross professional misconduct, dereliction of duty, and behavior so egregious it has irreparably prejudiced my criminal defense and compromised my ongoing civil litigation. His actions or more accurately, his... complete failure to act warrant not only discipline but permanent disbarment. Timeline of Representation April 26, 2025: I retained Mr. Tuohy, paying him $1,500. May 1, 2025: I provided him with fully drafted motions, subpoenas, evidence preservation demands, and FOIL requests ready to be filed immediately. He filed none. June 18, 2025: I terminated him for nonperformance. June 30, 2025: I formally discharged him on the record in court. He failed to appear at his own discharge, despite being in the courthouse that day. July–August 2025: Despite repeated written demands, he has not refunded the unearned retainer and has not turned over my case file, discovery, or critical property. Specific Failures and Prejudice Nonappearance: He failed to appear at my arraignment and later missed a court date after instructing me not to come, causing a warrant to be issued and become part of my case's record, he had to recall the warrant as it was his error. he shrugged it off like it wasnt a big deal, but i had interactions with police that day and couldve been arrested for his mistake. Neglect of Filings: He ignored all motions, subpoenas, and preservation requests even though they were provided to him fully prepared. 70+ days passed with him doing absolutely nothing didnt even review the materials i sent him or acknowledge when i said i had critical material evidence for both my criminal and civil cases i needed recoveried as they were actively attempting to destroy it Communication Breakdown: He avoided actually reading any of the emails I sent him and online file access records show he NEVER EVEN OPENED the documents I sent him but he pretended like he had. He once placed a missed call but, upon learning who it was when i texted him back, he never responded. Withholding Property & Files: Despite multiple demands, he has refused to return my file, discovery, and personal property—an egregious violation of Rule 1.16(e). Failure to Refund: He has not returned the $1,500 unearned fee, a violation of Rule 1.15(c)(4). Irreparable Prejudice: His inaction deprived me of exculpatory evidence, left me without critical personal property, and prejudiced my ability to continue related civil litigation. Violations of the New York Rules of Professional Conduct (22 NYCRR Part 1200) Rule 1.1 (Competence): Inability or unwillingness to perform even basic tasks. Rule 1.3 (Diligence): Abandoning the case, missing appearances and deadlines. Rule 1.4 (Communication): Failing to keep client informed or respond to inquiries. Rule 1.15(c)(4) (Safekeeping Property): Failure to promptly refund unearned fees. Rule 1.16(e): Failure to return files and property upon termination. Rule 8.4(d): Conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice. Mr. Tuohy’s refusal to act or return my file has left me unable to hire replacement counsel and placed me at risk of judicial sanctions. This conduct is not mere negligence; it reflects malicious indifference and contempt for his professional obligations. His ongoing refusal to refund unearned fees and return my property amounts to theft.

I called attorney Matt Tuohy for the first legal matter that I have ever had. Matt is a superb lawyer... he was attentive, and prompt to handling my legal matter...., Matt always available to reach by phone if I had any questions... ( I of course, had many questions facing my first ordeal with ha...ving to appear to court, and Matt was there for me every step of the way.) Attorney Matt Tuohy is a dedicated, and reliable person. I highly recommend this attorney. David Suffolk County NY

When you get a phone call a mother worse nightmare that your teenager is in jail . I felt my heart was shattered in pieces. Not knowing what to do .. I end up googling Matt Tuohy saw that had the best 5 star reviews . I remember calling Matt Tuohy at 8 pm crying telling him my situation . Tuohy said... not worry that he was going to call the precinct to find out whats going on and for them not to interrogate my son . Because anything you say would be held against you in the day of court .. As I was waiting at the precinct Tuohy called me back saying what was going to happen . that they was going to keep my son over night and the next day my son will have to appear at court in front of a judge . For me not to worry to go home rest and tomorrow I would see him at court .. as I was leaving the precinct the detective called me in . All upset saying he wasn’t able to interrogate my son because my lawyer called .. I left the precinct more at peace. The next day I met up with Matt Tuohy . In which I’m happy to say my lawyer ., my son had a $25,000 Bail in which Tuohy was able to lower to $10,000 bail and was charge with second-degree robbery. Tuohy told not to worry he going to drop all charges to something that will not appear in my son recorded . As promise Tuohy just did just that .. So look no further I highly recommended Matt Tuohy you can’t go wrong with him .. Very professional and he’s very confident as a Lawyer .. Tuohy if your reading this . Thank you so much again and may god bless you always

Matt Tuohy is a top Notch Lawyer...He goes up and beyond to help you when you in a tight situation..He help me and my family in Nassau County Court And Suffolk especially when some Cops try to advantage on certain situations..Just when you things are for the worst Matt finds away to get thing better,...looking at all angles....AND THE MOST IMPORTANT THING HE SHOWS UP AND ALWAYS ANSWER YOUR PHONE CALL BY TEXT OR VERBALLY... THANK YOU FOR TAKING CARE OF ME AND MY FAMILY...