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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

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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 anonymous | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

If you want the best.

Extremely knowledgeable with great detail to the law and client services. Can not thank the guy enough for what he has done for myself and my family!

Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2020 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Speeding ticket

I had received a speeding ticket in PA for 30 and above in a 55 mile zone and was subjected to Penndot department hearing. I had plead guilty to the offense ( oblivious of the fact that I would be subjected to penndot department hearing). I contacted Attorney Zatko who not only filed my case in the... court of common pleas but also got all my points ( 5 points) down to zero and no department hearing. He was able to win me this case with his amazing skill set. I highly recommend Attorney Zatko. He was great throughout my entire case. Very receptive and communicative .

Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

A Blessing!

Attorney Zatko saved my drivers license (and KINDA' my life!) and was nice in the process. I was so scared of everything I was facing when I first went to see him but he put my mind at ease when I realized how experienced he was. His knowledge in traffic law is worth its weight in gold (but it did...n't cost that much!) He kept me informed from start to finish. I couldn't have been happier when he got me a better-than-expected result! If you're dealing with your license, don't risk it- trust his experience!

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Cdl

He kept my husbands cdl clean by far the best lawyer in this area.

Posted by Don | April 13, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

My Legal Trump Card!

After the death of my mother-in-law, I was returning from the funeral along the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Exiting the Blue Mountain Tunnels, I was clocked at 81 in a 55 mph zone. Using my LegalShield legal membership. my provider firm in Maryland contacted Mr. Zatko to provide legal representation. I... spoke with Mr, Zatko, who had all of the information he needed to appeal my ticket and reassured me that "we'll take care of everything." I had so much peace of mind that I actually forgot the court date and mentioned to my wife, "You know, my court date was yesterday (March 25) and I wonder how it all turned out? I told her that I would contact Mr. Zatko tomorrow (March 27) to get the results. Well, a letter from Mr. Zatko arrived in the mail telling me that he was able to negotiate a very serious offense which would have surely involved points, down to a non-moving violation for NO points!! I appreciated his professionalism, knowledge, and skill to effect this very satisfactory outcome. With respect, I never hope to need his services again but I would feel most comfortable and confident should I do. God bless you, Attorney Matthew Zatko!

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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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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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