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Mattox Law's practice areas include speeding, reckless driving, driving on a suspended license, eluding, hit and run, petit larceny, assault and battery, and DUI. We offer accurate, thorough free consultations and have very affordable rates.
I focus my practice on traffic defense so that I can deliver affordable experienced representation.
Trey maintains low overhead in order to provide his clients with affordable rates.
Trey offers experience, aggressive, and affordable representation of traffic crimes and infractions.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
50%
15 years
DUI and DWI
20%
15 years
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
10%
15 years
Criminal Defense
10%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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7
Licenses
Licensed in Virginia for 14 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Mattox Law, P.C.
(804) 980-7896
Fax
8545 Patterson Avenue, Suite 206, Richmond, VA, 23229
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Richard Davis Mattox III's Reviews
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Advocacy (53)
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Recommendation (37)
Practice Area Knowledge (34)
Cost of Services (30)
Responsiveness (28)
Communication Style (27)
General Knowledge (17)
Staff & Support (14)
Trustworthiness (13)
Character & Conduct (10)
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Posted by Wendy | April 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great Lawyer
I received a traffic ticket in Virginia, and was a little Leary to hire a Virginia lawyer since I lived in another State. After carefully reviewing all lawyers, I decided to hire Trey Mattox. He was the best choice I could have made. He was thorough and knew the court system. I was completely sat...
Posted by Mae | March 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Greatly appreciated
The council and staff were extremely professional and kept me appraised of my case throughout the experience. Also, they were responsive to my calls whenever I had a question. I was impressed that they knew exactly what I needed to give them to advance my case effectively.
Posted by Collin | December 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Reckless Driving Reduced to Improper
I contacted Mr. Mattox's office after I received a reckless speeding ticket in Hanover County on my way back to DC (87MPH in a 55MPH zone). After talking to multiple lawyers, Mr. Mattox, while reassuring, was also the most honest in laying out the likely outcomes of the case. Because I already had ha...
Posted by Claire | April 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Reasonably priced and easy to work with
Trey represented me in a traffic matter in the Sussex court. He was friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable about the specific judge in my case. He was also very reasonably priced. The attorney who referred me told me representation would cost me 3 times what Trey charged, so I was very pleased wit...
Posted by James | April 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Mr. Mattox is official!
I got a reckless driving ticket (85/55) on I-95 on my wedding night. To my surprise in the Commonwealth that's a Class 1 misdemeanor. Oh God! I found this out a week before my case. Stephanie informed me of all things to do on my end (speedometer calibration, RADEP class, etc.) and was very helpful i...
Richard Davis Mattox III's Lawyer Endorsements
Jonathan Fisher
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Mattox is a fine young attorney. I have no doubt he will be a major contributor to the Virginia DUI & traffic defense bar for years to come. I highly recommend him."
"I have known Trey for a number of years and know that he has the knowledge and experience to get great results for his clients."
"Trey gets great results for his clients. I recommend him without reservation."
"I have known Trey for several years and have had the privilege of witnessing his work on traffic and criminal cases in court on many occasions. He is extremely dedicated to his clients and always fights to ensure their best outcome."
"Trey is a great attorney who provides personal service tailored to each individual client."
"I've observed Richard in court and have found him to be a highly skilled traffic attorney."
"I have previously worked with Trey Mattox in the same firm and have continued to know him professionally since leaving that office. Trey has an extensive knowledge of his practice areas, a strong courtroom presence, and is committed to representing his clients with integrity and passion. I highly recommend Trey to anyone seeking representation in criminal or traffic matters."
"Trey works hard for every client to obtain the best result possible. He is very knowledgeable & professional."
"Mr. Mattox is an exceptional attorney with a proven track record. I refer, and will continue to refer, people to Mr. Mattox with confidence."
Standish Alexander
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Richard Booker
General practice lawyer
Tammy Sossei
General practice lawyer
David Long
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Robert Malott
Criminal defense lawyer
Ryan Hershey
DUI and DWI lawyer
Andrew Meyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Standish Alexander
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Allison Bridges
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Raven Stanley
General practice lawyer
R. Yates
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Fred Martin
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David Vyborny
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2025
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Best DUI and DWI Lawyers in Richmond, Expertise
2010
Book Award for the highest grade in Bankruptcy, Appalachian School of Law
2010
Book Award for the highest grade in Pretrial Practice, Appalachian School of Law
Work Experience
2013 - Present
President, Mattox Law, P.C.
2011 - 2013
Associate, Miller Cerasuolo, PLLC
2010 - 2010
Summer Associate, Sinnott, Nuckols & Logan, PC
2009 - 2009
Summer Extern, Pike County Attorney's Office
2009 - 2009
Summer Intern, Sinnott, Nuckols & Logan, PC
Associations
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of VirginiaMember
2013 - Present
Float Fishermen of VirginiaScotts Creek Chapter President
2011 - Present
Richmond Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2011 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Bar Association of the City of RichmondMember
2009 - Present
Float Fishermen of VirginiaScotts Creek Chapter Webmaster
Sample of Legal Cases
Dinwiddie General District Court
Dismissed
Caroline General District Court
Improper Driving, $250 fine, and no license suspension
Commonwealth v. Gibbons
Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Butler
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v. Peck
Dismissed
Education
2011
Appalachian School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
2003
Monacan High School
Diploma
2001
Benedictine High School
Diploma
Publications
2020
Just Great Kawyers
How To Fight A Speeding Ticket
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
81 in a 70. Just speeding but the cop puts reckless ?? Was in Virginia. Was absolutely not reckless.
10 Jan 2019
Q&A
I have a pretrial conference for a speeding ticket - what can I expect?
17 Dec 2014
Q&A
HOW TO REMOVE A TICKET FROM A CDL LICENCE?
12 Nov 2014