Jordan Kerry Van Matre

Jordan Kerry Van Matre

4.8
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Mcdonough, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +13 more

18 Atlanta Street, Suite 300, Mcdonough, GA

About Jordan

Biography

Practice Areas

16

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 13%

I worked in criminal defense firms and public offices for three years before becoming a licensed attorney. I now serve as an Assistant District Attorney, where I prosecute criminal cases, and therefore am not currently taking clients.

17 years | 300 cases

13%
Personal Injury 10%

I worked for various personal injury litigation firms before becoming a licensed attorney. I plan to incorporate personal injury in my future work as my career continues to grow.

14 years | 20 cases

10%
Appeals 5%

I have successfully handled numerous criminal appeals. Disclaimer: I have written appeals and briefs for the State of Georgia as a prosecutor and in that capacity I have appeal experience. Still, I have learned good practice and appeals skills.

5%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 5%

I served as a Litigating Associate for one of Atlanta's premier Bankruptcy Law Firms. There I learned the intricate details of Bankruptcy Law, and helped hundreds of clients reorganize their financial affairs in a fair and structured manner.

13 years | 500 cases

5%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 5%

I served as a Litigating Associate for one of Atlanta's premier Bankruptcy Law Firms. There I learned the intricate details of Bankruptcy Law, and helped hundreds of clients reorganize their financial affairs in a fair and structured manner.

13 years | 100 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-200 per hour

Contingency

33%-45%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 15 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2010

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Jordan K. Van Matre, P.C.

18 Atlanta Street, Suite 300, Mcdonough, GA, 30253

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Jordan Kerry Van Matre's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Brandon | August 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

I am still currently fighting a case with this lawyer but I wanted to get on here and leave a great review for Mr. Jordan....if you are looking for a great layer this is the best you can find!!!!!His law firm actually cares , keeps In touch with you and does everything they can to fight for you!! So ...if your looking for a great lawyer this is where I'd suggest you put your money!!Thanks Mr. Jordan for everything and feel great about the upcoming outcome!!!

Posted by Damon | April 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He is our Hero!

Jordan took our case when no other Attorney would look at it. My wife and I struggled for years trying to get our money back from a judgement to no avail. This was a large part of our savings. The individual that had our money, made himself judgement-proof. But that didn't stop Jordan. He worked... on our case for 4 years, and in 2020 he helped us get almost all of our money back. It couldn't have come a better time, with the Corona Virus outbreak that has happened. Jordan has truly been a blessing to our family!

Posted by Scott | December 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Get It Right When You've been Wronged!

Competence, trust, and altruism are qualities that are absolutely essential when choosing an attorney, especially an appeal attorney. I am telling you this from first-hand experience – Jordan is extremely competent, unselfish, and trustworthy. We had a family member caught up in the perfect storm of ...justice system failure. Between horrible representation (before we knew Jordan) and an illegal sentence, our loved one received the harshest sentence ever recorded. She was sentenced to just shy of forty years for a first time, non-violent, non-drug related crime – an absolutely unheard of sentence in a civilized democracy. I wish we would have hired Jordan in the beginning and got it right the first time. You can learn from our mistake and potentially save yourself a lot of suffering. Our family would not have endured nearly unbearable amounts of suffering as much as we did if we would have hired Jordan in the beginning. I confidently state that as a fact instead of opinion for this reason: Jordan proved our family member’s sentence was illegal and fought relentlessly to get it fixed. On December 18, 2019, our family and loved one received a huge victory that will reunite us with our loved one in months instead of what could have been decades. If you want a very courageous, extremely competent, and honest attorney, hire Jordan Van Matre. He will take the time to know every detail and every foreseeable variable in your case and provide you with the best possible outcome. Don’t make the brutally painful mistake we made before meeting Jordan. Don’t hire the wrong attorney. When you are facing so many unknowns, the last thing you need to worry about is if you are hiring an attorney that is capable of giving you the very best outcome possible. Jordan is extremely brilliant, courageous enough to stand toe-to-toe with powerful people, very trustworthy, and the most altruistic attorney I have ever meet in my 48 years on this side of eternity. I plan to reach out to Jordan and give him the okay to give my number to anyone that wants a reference and detailed reasons why I believe Jordan Van Matre is your best choice for an attorney.

Posted by Doreen | December 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Doreen Maddox

Jordan took on a case for my daughter that was already misjudged, wrongfully sentenced and harsh. Jordan is a great person with the best knowledge of all the law books I have ever seen. He spent countless hours looking up case laws and regulations on our case. Jordan always does the right thing for... his client. I was amazed by his skills and determination on our behalf. My daughter was wrongly convicted and sentenced to 38 years. Jordan!s hard work and knowledge changed exposed this and my daughter will get another chance for her life to be happy and free. I can not thank God enough for leading us to Jordan. Jordan is a honest man with integrity, he will fight for justice in his cases. I would highly recommend Jordan.

Posted by Rene Lias Johnson | February 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wise & Compassionate

I hired Jordan alittle late. We where in a down ward sprilril when he came on board. All I can say is THANK GOD he came on board. I felt like I lost my sons future to the BS Crimal System. My Son was 17 years old son and in jail without bond. They had him charged with Aggervate Stocking- Feloney... Charges. JORDAN Work with my son side by side. He listen to my son and believed in him from the start. JORDAN Worked his butt off and was able to get my son's case on the real track. We ended up pleading to a misdemeanor. Something that wouldn't have happened without Mr. VAN MATRE Experience, Wisdom & Compassion. I can not say enough about what a honest to God blessing This Man Was To Us. JORDAN YOU GAVE MY SON ANOTHER CHANCE AT LIFE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AS YOU BLESSED OUR FAMILY. Thank So Very much. RENE

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Jordan Kerry Van Matre's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alyssa Martins

Unknown lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Jordan for several years and have always known him to be very respectable and hard working. He knows the law and will take the time to handle your case appropriately."

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Amanda Flora

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fantastic lawyer to have on your side! Not only is Jordan very well versed in all areas of law he practices, but he goes above and beyond giving his client's the personal attention they want and deserve. I highly recommend Jordan Van Matre!"

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Pandora Palmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Jordan. He is very professional and always prepared for court. He goes the extra mile for his clients to make sure they have the best possible representation."

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Matthew Cherney

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jordan is an excellent attorney, and I give him my highest recommendation."

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Paul Knighten

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked around Jordan and sometimes opposite Jordan when he was with a consumer bankruptcy firm. I found him punctual and attentive and prepared and detail oriented and with a good attitude. I observed his professional relations with clients and attorneys. I knew of his goals and plans. He had a successful time with a District Attorney's office. I am confident the attributes I observed will carry into whatever he does."

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Andrew Gebhardt

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jordan is fantastic lawyer. He is honorable, trustworthy, and an all around great guy."

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Nathaniel Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Van Matre fights hard for his clients, both in and out of the courtroom. I recommend his services without reservation."

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Josh Thacker

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Jordan from his many years as an Assistant District Attorney. Jordan is an extremely capable, ethical, and effective attorney. He is well respected both inside, and outside, the courtroom. I know Jordan will do an excellent job taking care of his clients in private practice."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Area Award - Alternative Dispute Resolution, Liberty University School of Law

2009

National Semi-Finalist, American Bar Association

2008

"Best Oralist", Regent University School of Law

2008

Champion, Regional Finals, American Bar Association

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Assistant District Attorney, Flint Judicial Circuit

2012 - 2013

Assistant District Attorney, Griffin Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office

2010 - 2010

Extern / Legal Clerk, Roanoke Public Defender's Office

2010 - 2012

Associate, Robert J. Semrad & Associates Debtstoppers

2009 - 2009

Intern / Third-Year Practicioner, Fayette County Solicitor General's Office

2008 - 2009

Intern / Legal Clerk, Law Office of Ricky W. Morris, Jr., P.C.

2008 - 2009

Intern / Legal Clerk, Law Offices of Matthew M. McCord, P.C.

2007 - 2007

Intern, United States Senate

Associations

2013 - Present

The Henry Players, Inc.

Executive Officer

2012 - Present

Henry County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI - I'm Innocent!

Case won

Million Dollar Bankruptcy

Successful for client

Contract Negotiation

Successful for client

Prison and a Mercedes-Benz

Successful for client

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Education

2010

Liberty University

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Mobile

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

GACDL Fall Seminar, 2017

Criminal Defense, Seminar Coordinator

Languages

English

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