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Matt Ballard of Ballard Law Firm was born and raised in Hampton, Virginia. He graduated from Kecoughtan High School and received his Bachelor of Arts from Virginia Tech before earning his Juris Doctor from the College of William and Mary School of Law. After an internship at the National Labor Relations Board, Division of Judges, in Washington, DC, employment at the Law Firm of Jenkins & Rhea in Charlottesville, and six years of service as a prosecutor at the Hampton Commonwealth’s Attorney office, he joined the Smith Law Firm, where he practiced from 2010 to 2023. Licensed in all Virginia courts, as well as the Eastern and Western United States District Courts, Matt represents clients throughout the Commonwealth and focuses his practice on criminal defense, traffic defense, and accident cases.
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Posted by Austin | June 18, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Great attorney who actually cares about you.
I have used attorneys in the past and they have seemed to just not care and wanted to get me to take a plea deal and get it over with. Matt looked at every possible defense and and was completely straight forward about the details and what could happen. In the end i believe Matt got me the best possi...
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2014
Knows How to Get the Job Done
I have been represented by Mr. Ballard twice with awesome results both times. I have also referred several friends to him and they were extremely pleased as well. Great office staff with good customer service!
Posted by Marc | June 01, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Simple Assault
Mr. Ballard defended me on a simple assault charge that seemed impossible to defend, but nonetheless he went the extra mile and provided genuine remorse to those affected while getting the best results on my behalf. As a client who was in distress, Mr. Ballard was completely on my side and was more...
Posted by Miguel | February 11, 2014 | Criminal Defense
driving on suspension dui related
Matt is a great attorney I was sure I was going to jail he had other ideas I walked out with no jail time an a smile on my face I plan on useing him again to help me get my license I would recommend him to anyone I know
Posted by Jayne | January 28, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Impressive
It is my immense pleasure to recommend Mr. Ballard, as an outstanding attorney. I’ve had the preference, on multiple occasions, to have Mr. Ballard defend me in court. Mr. Ballard always had excellent communication, is well organized, and impeccably judicious. All cases were in my favor. I know, wit...
"I endorse this lawyer. I had cases against Matt for numerous years when I was a prosecutor in Newport News. They are battles. He does an awesome job and he fights very hard on behalf of his clients and gets them fantastic outcomes. If I got in trouble, I would hire Matt in a split second to protect my freedom. Awesome guy and an awesome lawyer!!!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an excellent young attorney who went from being a dedicated prosecutor to a very able defense attorney. I recommend him enthusiastically."
"Matt Ballard is a great attorney who will do an outstanding job representing you. If Matt is your attorney, feel confident that he will work to get the best possible outcome."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a former prosecutor, Matt has excellent insight into how the Commonwealth's Attorney's prepare their cases. As a Defense Attorney, his intelligent, hardworking, and zealous approach to his cases make him an excellent choice for any prospective client."
"Matthew Ballard is an incredibly skilled, dedicated, and experienced criminal trial attorney. I have had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Ballard from law school, to working side by side at the Commonwealth Attorney's Office, and now as fellow practitioners in the Hampton Roads Community. I can say, without reservation, that if you have a criminal matter and require excellent representation, then Mr. Ballard is and should be your choice. Matt Ballard is a true trial attorney and has distinguished himself in that regard. I have nothing but positive things to say regarding this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a very dilligent and talented attorney. He is great at spotting legal issues and is very good in the courtroom."
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2010 - Present
Trial Attorney, Smith Law Firm
2004 - 2010
Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, Hampton Commonwealth's Attorney Office
2003 - 2004
Attorney, Jenkins & Rhea
2001 - 2001
Intern, National Labor Relations Board, Division of Judges
2004 - Present
Hampton County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2013 - 2018
Hampton Coliseum Advisory BoardBoard Member
2006 - 2013
Hampton County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
Not Guilty
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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