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Matthew Brandon Downs
About Matthew
Biography
I am an Asheville native with ties to nearly every region of the state. I now live in Mooresville, NC (near Lake Norman) with my family. I became a lawyer over 9 years ago because I truly enjoy helping people fight the good fight. And, I still love my job today.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Debt Collection
30%
19 years | 300 cases
Personal Injury
30%
19 years | 75 cases
General Practice
20%
19 years | 100 cases
Car Accident
10%
19 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 20 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Matthew B. Downs, Atty. At Law, PLLC
18825 W. Catawba Ave, Suite 150, Cornelius, NC, 28031
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Matthew Brandon Downs's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (12)
Business (6)
Debt Collection (6)
Contracts & Agreements (4)
Car Accidents (3)
Landlord & Tenant (3)
Personal Injury (3)
Real Estate (3)
Construction & Development (2)
Employment & Labor (2)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Family (1)
Foreclosure (1)
Insurance (1)
Power Of Attorney (1)
Residential (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Amanda | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
No problems
I contacted Matt Downes to help me attain surplus funds from a foreclosure. He took care of the entire issue with the only request of a few documents. I had trouble just finding a lawyer who understood the problem and knew how to proceed. Mr. Downes knew the procedures and how to secure the funds for...
Posted by Ryan | September 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional Professional
Matt personally took care of a very complicated accident. I'm so grateful for his knowledge, patience, and personal skills. He made a really horrible situation bearable. I cannot speak highly enough about him. I went so far as to recommend him to a coworker and the results for her were the same for m...
Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Business
Excellent Attorney
We needed expert legal advice and assistance pertaining to a business dispute and Attorney Matt Downs was able to negotiate and resolve this matter in an expeditious manner that was financially favorable to our side before it went to trial.
Posted by Suzanne | September 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Awesome Legal Experience - Highly recommend!
I was referred to Matt Downs by a California attorney to help address a landlord/tenant related matter in the state of North Carolina. Matt responded promptly, thoroughly reviewed lease contracts, and presented a practical approach to resolution. I highly recommend Matt to anyone looking for exp...
Posted by Robert | September 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Phenomenal
I have used Matt Downs for many years. Everything from basic business contracts to debt collection. He is always prompt with follow up and has always steered me in the right decision making.
Matthew Brandon Downs's Lawyer Endorsements
"I met Matt through a colleague and what a great find as an attorney. He is genuine, honest and hardworking. I highly endorse his skill set and believe him to be highly professional and passionate about helping his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have referred friends and clients to Matt and they have all been very happy with his attentiveness to detail and commitment to their cases. I endorse this lawyer."
Kayce Staehle
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Mark Jetton
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Experience
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Matthew B. Downs, Attorney at Law, PLLC
2010 - 2015
Of Counsel, Law Offices of W. Daniel Grist, PLLC
2006 - 2008
Associate, The Barone Law Firm
2005 - 2006
Intern, Witzel & Zoeller, PC
1999 - 2003
Project Field Specialist, Research Triangle Institute
Associations
2006 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
North Carolina Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Mecklenburg County Bar Association
Member
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Too many to list
Education
2006
Thomas Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
East Carolina University
MA - Masters
Speaking Engagements
N/A
LKN Business Network Groups
Small Business Collections
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers