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If your freedoms and future hinge on the outcome of a criminal case, you need the help of an experienced defense lawyer who will explore every avenue to protect your rights.
Silver Spring, Maryland, lawyer Matthew E. Bennett offers his own unique brand of assertive legal leadership in case after case — during pre-trial negotiations, in the courtroom and during complex personal injury litigation.
Matthew E. Bennett has offered unmatched strategies, skills and results to criminal defense clients and personal injury victims for almost 19 years. He provides sound counsel and solid support throughout the legal process. Regardless of your situation, he always puts you — the client — first.
The best way to clearly understand your rights and options is to contact Matthew E.
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Posted by Florence | January 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Lawyer
As a honest person with integrity who worked hard through out life to have a good reputation and be reliable, when the police came at my door alleging that I was a criminal, yelling at the corridor to the point that neighbors would come to check what was going on, I was totally caught by surprise. It...
Posted by Henry | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
Great mustache
If you have a security clearance job and find yourself in trouble and don't know what to do or where to go look no further because the answer is right here. Mr. Matthew is very knowledgeable at his profession and will restore your high BP back to normal if you listen to him and work according to his ...
Posted by Angel Rivera | August 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
The Greatest lawyer ever!
I am so impressed with how well Mr. Bennett handled both of my cases. One was a suspended license and the other was a DUI. He was prepared for both cases, he knew both judges, and both district Attorney's. He was very confident in handling the cases and he stayed by my side letting me know everything...
Posted by Krishna | January 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Professional, Smart and Gets the Job Done!
I retained Matthew for a fender bender with 3 points and a $130 fine based on online reviews. It helped that he is a couple of blocks for the District Court in Silver Spring. Matthew was extremely professional in gathering the details of the case and following up diligently. He got all the charges di...
Posted by Galo | January 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Absolutely Brillant
Absolutely Brillant! Matthew did an exellent job on my husband case. My husband is not in the country and he was not able to get his visa because of a pending court he had. I am so glad I seek for his help. He was confident and wanted my husband to be reunited with his family. Thanks to him my husban...
"Matt Bennett brings a dedication and commitment to his work that few lawyers share. His desire for the best outcome for his clients makes him an excellent choice for an attorney."
"I have known this attorney for nearly 10 years. Top-notch litigator. Extremely intelligent Lawyer. Whether it be criminal or civil litigation I endorse this attorney for his ability in the courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer.He fights hard and works to achieve the best result possible for his clients."
"Matt is an excellent advocate for his client while maintaining a professional demeanor with opposing counsel. He's one of the first people I call when I have an issue in Maryland. I fully endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is always ready to go above and beyond expectations to help his clients."
"Matt is always fighting hard for his clients. I know that he has earned very large settlements for his clients. He knows the system well, and gets great results. I highly recommend this attorney."
"Mr. Bennett is an exemplary attorney. I would refer anyone and everyone to him on a regular basis. Despite the fact that I have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney for over 24 years, I continue to learn from him daily from his Avvo posts. I would recommend that you hire him in an instant."
"Mr. Bennett is an exceptional attorney who understands the nuances of the law and the system. He has provided me guidance on questions I have had and taught a continuing education class that I attended. I endorse Mr. Bennett without reservation."
"Matthew is a wonderful lawyer and is widely admired in our legal community. The important qualities that Matthew possesses include, excellent command of the law, true versatility and commitment to working tirelessly on behalf of clients. And just as importantly, these qualities are maintained while at the same time always retaining absolute integrity."
"I had the privilege of working for Mr. Bennett as a law clerk before I became an attorney. He is a brilliant attorney and a tireless advocate. I would eagerly recommend him to anyone seeking representation."
"I have known Matthew Bennett for 15 years as a law school colleague, a source of wisdom on certain civil rights matters and on one occasion as a very well-organized, persuasive advocate for a counterparty of my client in litigation in Montgomery County. I have also been pleased to refer work outside my skill set to his professional care on several occasions. I have the highest respect for Mr. Bennett's professionalism, legal acumen and trial skill set. I am glad to be a solo and NOT to have a law partner, but if I had a law partner I would wish her or him to be like Matt Bennett. Very highly endorsed."
"Matthew Bennett can best be described is one word - Brilliant! Matt comes from a highly respected and revered attorney dynasty. Every law student and lawyer is familiar with the name "Bennett". Matt has forged his own reputation as a proven litigator with fantastic jury verdicts from incredibly complex cases. Gary Gerstenfield"
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2006 - Present
Owner, The Law Office Of Matthew E. Bennett
2004 - 2006
Associate, Futrovsky, Nitkin & Scherr, Chartered
2002 - 2003
Professor of Law, Concordia International University, Estonia
1999 - 2002
Owner, The Law Office of of Matthew E. Bennett
1999 - 1999
Law Clerk, Baltimore City Circuit Court
1996 - 1999
Attorney, Bennett & Albright, PA
2006 - 2009
Montgomery County Inns of CourtBarrister
2005 - 2009
Bar Association of Montgomery County MarylandMember
2004 - 2009
Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' AssociationMember
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Evidence
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Police Misconduct Litigation
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Police Misconduct Litigation
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Police Misconduct Litigation
2004
The Juvenile and the Law
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