Heather Jo Mattes

Heather Jo Mattes

also known as Heather J. Mattes, Heather Mattes

4.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 41 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

105 South High Street, Suite 2A, West Chester, PA

About Heather

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Thirty two years experience in criminal law. Heather Mattes has practiced as a prosecutor and defense attorney during her career.

42 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1984

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Location

Law Offices of Heather Jo Mattes

105 South High Street, Suite 2A, West Chester, PA, 19382

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Heather Jo Mattes's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend!

Heather is a committed criminal defense attorney with extensive expertise in her field. She possesses a wide range of experience both in criminal defense and prosecution, utilizing her experience to secure optimal results for her clients' cases. Heather consistently demonstrated thoroughness, prepare...dness, and transparency, ensuring I understood all potential outcomes throughout the process. Heather achieved an outstanding outcome for both my cases. I highly recommend Heather and would use her again if needed!

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Criminal Defense Lawyer. Watching her do her job we were totally amazed!

We met for a consultation and immediately and hired Heather Mattes. She informed us what were the best and worst outcomes. Explained to us how everything worked before court proceedings and what to do. She was with us each step of the process. It is hard to explain until you're in a situation like w...e were but she is the lawyer I would want on our side for any legal situation. The day in court she was prepared and a true professional. She researched our case and knew every aspect of it. We were so impressed and so happy with the outcome. Heather Mattes is the lawyer you would definitely want to represent you. Thank you again for everything you did for us.

Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Do not recommend

I would not recommend this attorney to defend you. She is a former Assistant DA. In our case, she was professional and helpful in her office before we paid her $2500 non refundable retainer. She said that she would bill her time at $350/ hour against the retainer. When we arrived in court 1 week late...r, she said my daughter had to plead to one of the lesser charges, even though she had told us in her office that the whole case against my daughter was BS. When we argued that we wanted all of the charges dismissed, she became defensive and combative and said "dont tell me how to do my job". The plaintant did not arrive, and the judge dismissed all charges. In short, this attorney was unprofessional and defensive. I do not recommend her.

Heather Mattes

Replied last January 28, 2017

It is regrettable this parent of a client misunderstood the conversation prior to the court hearing. The decision to enter a plea belongs to the client, not counsel. The review fails to acknowledge the attorney's patient efforts to explain the circumstances to him and the client, her advocacy on the client's behalf and the fact Ms. Mattes sought and obtained dismissal of the charges over the Commonwealth's objection. Ms. Mattes takes pride in providing superior service and zealous advocacy to every client and understanding to distraught parents when necessary. She has offered to discuss this matter further with the party privately.

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Heather Jo Mattes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Wana Saadzoi

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I'm a lawyer and if I got into trouble, I would hire her. I have known Heather for many years. She is the kind of lawyer that loves her job and takes pride in fighting for justice. She will stand by your side and know the law better than anyone else in the courtroom. In my opinion, she is one of the most talented and compassionate lawyers in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania."

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Chris Duerr

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Heather is a professional, competent and diligent attorney who is well known in Chester County. Highly recommended"

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Sherri Eyer

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Heather Mattes to be a very well-prepared, knowledgeable and caring lawyer. She takes pride in doing good work. I highly recommend her!"

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Christopher Patterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alyssa Poole

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eugene Maurer

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2016

President's and Directors' Commendation, Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Association

2004

Annual Award, Bikers Against Child abuse

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Drexel University College of Medicine

2006 - Present

Principal, Law Offices of Heather J. Mattes

1989 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Delaware County District Attorney's Office

1985 - 1988

Assistant Public Defender, Chester County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2010 - Present

Homeowner's Association

Secretary

2010 - Present

Delaware County Bar Association

2006 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

2006 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

2019 - 2021

Delaware County Association of Criminal Defense La

President

2012 - 2020

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board of Directors

2010 - 2021

American Bar Association

Education

1984

Villanova University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Pennsylvania State University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

White Collar Seminar

Women In The Law

Publications

2016

PACDL: For the Defense "Leap of Faith: Lessons Learned in My First Year of Practice"

Languages

English

Activity

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