Mark Randolph Matney

Mark Randolph Matney

also known as Mark R. Matney

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Newport News, VA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense

720 Mall Parkway, Newport News, VA

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

I examine client questionnaires, police reports and videos, and Department of Forensic Science reports to explore every possible legal, medical, factual, and scientific defense available to you.

23 years

40%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 40%

I have helped hundreds of people defend against reckless driving, speeding, and other traffic related charges.

30 years

40%
Criminal Defense 20%

I help people like you defend against criminal charges ranging from simple assault to maiming and strangulation.

30 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 33 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1992

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Location

Holcomb Law, P.C.

720 Mall Parkway, Newport News, VA, 23602

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Mark Randolph Matney's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

132 Client Reviews

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Posted by Daniel | February 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent lawyer

I first called Mr. Matney for advice on a traffic incident that I had and he gave me a lot of useful information even prior to me hiring him. After I hired Mr. Matney he straight away started building a case and moving forward with the process. In the end we got a better outcome then expected and his... price isn’t wallet breaking.

Mark Matney

Replied last February 01, 2021

Thank you for your help in preparing for your case!

Posted by Brian | January 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Sound professional advice and a good outcome

It was the only misdemeanor charge I’ve ever gotten, wreckless driving for having snow on my windshield. Mark met with me for free, and I hired him to represent me. He listened to the particulars of my case, not jumping to conclusions before he understood it. He gave me sound advice (including volunt...arily attending a driver improvement course before the court date), which I followed. The courtroom experience went by quickly, not more than five minutes, and the charge was dismissed. I don’t think I would have gotten that outcome without him. Both Mark and his staff were very pleasant to work with through the whole matter. I would definitely recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Thorough, hard-working, and dedicated employees at Matney law firm!

After my accident, I was extremely nervous about my court fine(s), insurance rate going up, and the mark it would leave on my driving record. I rear-ended someone in stop-and-go traffic, which caused them to rear-end the car ahead of them - nobody was hurt, and I was given a "following too closely" t...icket. My best option was to hire a lawyer, but, being from out of town left me blindsided since I knew nobody in the area who could recommend the best lawyer. After investigating many law firm websites, I decided to call Matney Law, and I am SO thankful I did! Their Avvo badges on their website, the provided list of case outcomes, and the many wonderful reviews I read were what made my decision easy. I also liked that the consultation was free! I left a message, since I called after office hours, but shortly after leaving my message Mr. Matney called me back. I explained my situation to him and he made sure to ease my mind as he explained how having a lawyer through this process would work. He answered all of my questions thoroughly and made me feel very comfortable about having his firm represent me. Not once did I feel rushed or like I was just another paycheck. His assistants were both very sweet and helpful throughout the time leading up to my court date, too. Ms. Abigail Hockett represented me on the date, and I feel that she is just as wonderful as Mr. Matney! She called me about a week before the court date to go over information and she, too, put my mind at ease. She explained the possible outcomes and finalized the exchange of any additional documents I had that would help support my case (new tire receipts, etc.) On my court date, she went over what would happen in the courtroom and had given the judge documents to support my case beforehand to look over, in the hopes of the best possible outcome - dismissal of the ticket. I think we were in the courtroom for all of five minutes... after the judge called my name, he looked at my paperwork and dismissed my ticket. Thank you so much, Matney Law, for everything you have done for me! From all of the reviews I have read, it seems like this is the royal treatment that every one of your clients gets. Hopefully I will not be in the same situation again, but if I am I will absolutely hire you again without hesitation. If you are on the fence as to what law firm can help you, I urge you to call Matney Law. 10/10 experience.

Posted by Priscilla | May 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mark Matney is a Outstanding Lawyer

First of all I would like to thank our Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior for all the blessing that he have bestowed upon me and for allowing me to find Mark Matney. Mark Matney is a very sweet and kind hearted man. He's very caring, polite, and a honest man. His staffers Mary and Clarie are very nice, ...friendly and down to earth people. Before I found Mark I called around for other lawyers and there assistant wanted me to pay $275.00 just to speak to the lawyer about my court case. Mark is so caring that he called me and did a over the phone consultantion with me for about 45 minutes free​ of charge. His attorney fees are the cheapest and reasonable prices around and he even split my payment up. Once I hired him he gave me a step by step instructions on what documents he need from me. He explained in great details what my defense should be and how he would go about it. I literally could call or email Mark anytime and he or his staff would call or email me back right away. Court day I was a nervous wreck and scared that I would get a 1000s of dollars fine and possible jail time. Mark Matney was calm, reassuring, and supportive. Standing in front of the judge the only time I spoke was when I was being sworn in. Mark did all the talking and presented my case on my behalf. Mark got my most serious charge drop and I had to pay a very, very small fine. I will be forever grateful to Mark, Mary, and Claire. Mark, Mary, and Claire you're very delightful and beautiful people inside and out. I love you and may God continue to bless you in everything you do. Thank you, Priscilla

Posted by David Farrington | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

An attorney that exceeds beyond expectations

I hired Mark for an extremely serious charge that I was dealing with that could had an immeasurable impact in all aspects (fines, jail time, etc.)... A first time DUI with an extremely high BAC level, accident, and injury; it was indeed a serious charge! I decided to call Mark for a free consultatio...n and upon meeting him, I knew he was the attorney for my case! Mark is very honest, professional, diligent, yet very personable and friendly. He is also realistic and will inform all of the possible scenarios, but give your case the time and effort needed by covering all angles to assure the best possible outcome. Mark and his wonderful assistant Claire have always addressed my questions by responding in a very timely manner whether it's via email or by phone. Mark had made some suggestions and task for me to complete before court. (letters/documents from friends, colleagues, counselor, AA attendance, etc) Before and on my court date, he worked very hard to secure a deal with the prosecutor that wanted to give me some substantial time behind bars! At the end, because I had followed Mark's suggestions and his legal expertise, he prevailed! Minimal sentencing (a couple of weekends and low fines/court cost!) which is absolutely amazing considering that it could had been A LOT worse! Mark made the whole ordeal as painless as possible and informed me the whole time of what was going on. He definitely went and beyond the call of duty that exceeded my expectations! So if anyone needs a top notch honest attorney with a friendly touch, no need to look any further, Mark Matney is the one to hire!

Mark Matney

Replied last February 16, 2017

This was a challenging case due to an elevated blood alcohol level, a negative audio recording of my client discussing the incident, and an accident with injuries. However, my client was very serious about addressing substance abuse and pursued treatment before court. This was a great help in achieveing a result that did not exceed the mandatory minimum sentencing.

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Mark Randolph Matney's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacquelyn Gerlach

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great DUI attorney!"

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James DePasquale

Unknown lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark Matney is a great attorney. When a family member of mine caught a reckless driving ticket in Virginia Mark was referred to us by a family friend. Mark did a great job helping my relative and in the end there was a great result. He is a wonderful person and a man of faith. He is hands down the best traffic/DUI attorney in the area. He knows the law and he knows the system. I would recommend no one else in Hampton Roads for a driving matter. I fully endorse Mark Matney."

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Timolyn Tillman

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Matney is very professional, knowledgeable, and willing and able to help clients fight traffic infractions and misdemeanors traffic charges. He is highly experienced and results oriented. I endorse this lawyer."

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Alicia Rohan

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Other

"Attorney Matney works hard for his clients and takes the time to get to know them and strives to get them the best possible outcome."

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Brian Latuga

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Matney is a knowledgeable and zealous traffic litigator that is always well respected and professional. When I was a prosecutor he consistently came prepared and knew every part of his client’s case."

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Shannon Forrest

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Donna Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Huff

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark Matney is a highly effective attorney due to his wealth of experience and his meticulous nature. Oftentimes defenses to a crime are found in the smallest details of a case and having a meticulous attorney like Mark Matney ensures that no stone is left unturned. I endorse this lawyer."

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James Stallings

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is highly respected in the community for his skill and experience in the courtroom. He is a true professional and I endorse his practice without reservation."

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Mark Clay

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Matney. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."

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Jonathan Lacour

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Quality representation and exceptional attentiveness to clients."

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Peter Louie

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a sincere and zealous courtroom advocate. He is well respected in the legal community."

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Linda Shin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an excellent attorney with a high degree of integrity. He is a careful and learned professional who genuinely cares for his clients and has earned the respect of his colleagues."

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Jeremy Earle

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A very well respected and competent lawyer in the community."

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Mark Paullin

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Keith Hardy

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timolyn Tillman

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Alicia Rohan

Unknown lawyer

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Travis Wheeler

General practice lawyer

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Kristina Beavers

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Brian Latuga

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Woodfin

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Abigail Hockett

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Robert Sutton

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jacquelyn Gerlach

Criminal defense lawyer

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Clint Clary

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donna Wilson

Estate planning lawyer

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James DePasquale

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Huff

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Paul McDermott

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Scott Ehrenworth

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Stallings

General practice lawyer

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Lee Devendorf

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Shannon Forrest

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Jonathan Lacour

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Peter Louie

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2022

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2021

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2021

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2017

Recognized for Drunk Driving Defense, Lead Counsel

2017

Top 3 DWI Lawyers in Newport News, Three Best Rated.com

2016

Best DUI Lawyer in Norfolk, Expertise.com

2016

Best DUI Lawyer in Virginia Beach, Best-DWI-Attorneys.net

2016

Peer Reviewed, 4.6 / 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Recognized for Criminal Defense - State Level Crimes, Lead Counsel

2015

Recognized for Drunk Driving Defense, Lead Counsel

2015

Top Lawyers, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2012

Honor Guard, Over 700 pro bono hours, Alliance Defending Freedom

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Lawyer, Owner, Matney Law, PLLC

2020 - 2021

Adjunct Professor, William & Mary School Of Law

2015 - 2015

Nominee / Candidate for Senate, Virginia Senate, 1st District

2007 - 2012

Lawyer, Michael C. Tilltoson, LLC

2006 - 2007

Lawyer, Swynford Law, PC

2004 - 2006

Lawyer, Law Offices of Steve C. Taylor

2001 - 2003

Insurance Agent, New York Life Insurance Company

1998 - 2001

Contracts Manager, Gary W. Monferdini, RLP / Columbia Energy

1994 - 1998

Lawyer, Benzinger & Benzinger, PC

1990 - 1992

Law Clerk, Peninsula Legal Aid

Associations

2020 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Newport News Bar Association

Board of Directors, Chair of Community Service committee

2008 - Present

Alliance Defending Freedom

Alllied Attorney

1992 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2014 - 2016

New Town United Methodist Church

Leadership Board, Nominations Committee

2014 - 2016

Community of Faith Mission Pro Bono Legal Clinics

Pro Bono Lawyer

2013 - 2014

School of Practical Ministry at Evangel Theological Seminary

Instructor

2012 - 2012

Classical Conversations

Challenge I Director/Tutor

2007 - 2015

National College for DUI Defense

Member

2001 - 2003

Williamsburg Bar Association Pro Bono Legal Clinics

Pro Bono Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

DWI

Dismissed by Nolle Prosequi

Public Intoxication

Dismissed

DWI Trial

Not Guilty

2 DUI Cases

(1) DUI with high BAC amended to avoid jail, (2) DUI amended to Reckless Driving

Suspended License, 3rd offense

Dismissed Suspended License 3rd

Reckless Driving - Fail to Maintain Control (Accident)

Amended Reckless Driving to Improper Driving

Reckless Driving, 87/60

Dismissed Reckless Driving

DUI/DWI 3rd Offense (Felony)

Amended DUI 3rd to DUI 2nd

DUI Amended to Reckless Driving

DUI Amended to Reckless Driving

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Education

2005

Evangel Theological Seminary

M. Div.

1992

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

CLE for Virginia Peninsula Paralegal Association

Legislative Update 2017

2016

March 2016 Podcast Super Tuesday in Virginia

2016

Colonial Capital Kiwanis Meeting Human Trafficking Prevention Project

2015

CLE for Virginia Peninsula Paralegal Association

Virginia's Legal Response to Human Trafficking

2013

CLE for Virginia Peninsula Paralegal Association

Serious Traffic Offenses in Virginia

2011

CLE for Virginia Peninsula Paralegal Association

Estate Planning with IRA's

Publications

2016

AVVO Legal Guides DUI Sentencing in Virginia

2016

AVVO Legal Guides Guide to Nolle Prosequi / Nolle Pros

2015

A Cup of Coffee With 10 of the Top DUI Attorneys in the United States The Components Of Effective DUI Defense In Virginia

2015

What's Up Magazine Legal Renderings

2010

Westlaw Virginia Practice Edited 1st edition of Virginia DUI Law: Undertsanding the Scientific, Medical, Technological and Legal Aspects of a DUI Case (Tillotson & Martin)

Languages

French

Activity

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