Matthew R. Zatko

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Matthew R. Zatko

also known as Zatko Law, LLC

4.9
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Somerset, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime ... +3 more

202 E Union Street, Somerset, PA

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Matthew

Biography

Twenty Five years of aggressively protecting my clients rights

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

29 years

40%
DUI and DWI 20%

20%
Sex Crime 20%

20%
Personal Injury 10%

29 years

10%
Real Estate 5%

29 years

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 28 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Matthew R. Zatko Attorney at Law

202 E Union Street, Somerset, PA, 15501

mattzatko.com/

Matthew R. Zatko's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ron | May 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

BS speeding ticket

Attorney Matt Zatko did exactly as I ask to have my points removed and to pay a fine but my points were off of my record. I would highly recommend him for any inconvenience you receive from a police officer. I think his staff is great. Becky answered all calls and was highly professional thank you ve...ry much.

Posted by Kerri | February 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Professional and loyal Lawyer

We thank Matt Zatko for a wonderful job he did in representing my son in his traffic violations he got. My son is a CDL holder and his license was on the verge of being suspended for a first time speeding violation. Matt Zatko did an excellent job in getting his violation wiped away. He is always a...vailable when you need to talk to him! I am very pleased and we highly recommend anyone needing a great Lawyer to contact him! Thanks Matt for being so helpful and kind!

Posted by Beverly | November 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Absolutely amazing

I received two citations on my CDL, I called MR. Zatko’s office and the receptionist was super nice and explained what I needed to do since the officer didn’t explain anything to me. My court date was 11/10 and MR. Zatko called me personally and fully explained everything to me and got my speeding... reduce. I will definitely use Mr. Zatko again hopefully I won’t have to.

Posted by Jay | November 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Driver bullied by police

Needed immediate assistance dealing with a B.S. citation given by state troopers. Called the Zatko firm and my worries were washed away. No points. Small fine… back to business. Ms. Becky took care of all paperwork and even sent instructions to pay the fine. Job well done!!

Posted by Selena | September 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Knowledgeable, direct and here to win

Attorney Matthew Zatko helped me fight and win an extremely complicated civil case that has been ongoing for 5 years. Attorney Zatko was very knowledgeable and comfortable navigating through my case, and very cut throat and direct when it was time for trial. I am very pleased with the services he pro...vided.

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Matthew R. Zatko's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Dautrich

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a consummate professional and very skilled lawyer. I would refer clients to him without hesitation."

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Benjamin Stanton

Unknown lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Zatko is a well-established and respected attorney. I would highly recommend him."

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Michael Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Solid lawyer."

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Elliott Katz

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend and endorse Matt. His expansive background of experience enables him to effectively and strongly represent his clients. He is known as a well prepared tenacious defender who zealously advocates for his clients, and excels in taking on difficult cases. I strongly endorse him."

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Ellis Klein

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matthew is an excellent DUI and traffic attorney. He is always well prepared in court and is respected by judges, prosecutors and police. He is an outstanding advocate for his clients and I highly recommend him for DUI, traffic and Criminal defense cases."

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H. Aalsberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great Lawyers knows the law inside and out. Plus he is Honest and tells his clients when they need them and when they don't. Not many attorneys will do that. Thus the reason I can say he is one of America's Top Lawyers. I definitely endorse him."

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Ellis Klein

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Elliott Katz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer

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Benjamin Stanton

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Dautrich

Criminal defense lawyer

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H. Aalsberg

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Owner, Matthew R Zatko Attorney at Law

Associations

1997 - Present

Somerset County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Education

1997

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

American Sign Language

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