Name: Jordan Kerry Van Matre
Address: 18 Atlanta Street, Mcdonough, GA, 30253, US
Telephone: Not Available
Price range: $ 150-200 per hour
Rating: 4.8

About Jordan

Biography

Hello!

My name is Jordan K. Van Matre. I am a native to Henry County Georgia and excited to announce the opening of my own law practice. Formerly an Assistant District Attorney for Henry County and a Bankruptcy Attorney, I have the experience you need to help you with your case. Below is some information about me and my experience.

I attended the University of Mobile in Mobile, Alabama, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, with a minor in Philosophy. Thereafter, I attended Liberty University School of Law in Lynchburg, Virginia, where I obtained my Doctorate of Juris Prudence. While there, I was blessed with the opportunity to win several competitions and awards, which include "Best Oralist," Deans List, and the Area Award for Negotiations and Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Since passing the Georgia Bar exam in 2010, I have gained a wealth of experience as an attorney. I began my legal career serving clients in financial trouble as a top-litigator for one of Atlanta's premier Bankruptcy law firms. There, I helped hundreds of Atlantans reorganize their financial affairs, consolidate their debt, and keep their homes and other personal belongings.

Eager to serve my community, I left the private sector and began serving as an Assistant District Attorney for both the Griffin Judicial Circuit (Spalding County) and then the Flint Judicial Circuit (Henry County), my home. In this capacity I have handled hundreds of cases of all kinds, from petty theft to murder. In a two year time-frame, I have tried at least 10 jury trials, all of which resulted in convictions or hung juries. I have a passion for trial advocacy and fairness in the judicial system, and am deeply committed to serving my fellow citizens with quality and competent legal practice.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my beautiful wife Whitney, and my best friend and dog Buddy. We are adamant about staying involved in our community and helping it grow.

Thank you for viewing my page. I look forward to helping you in any way I can.

Sincerely,

Jordan K. Van Matre, Esq.

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%

Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

10%

Car Accident 10%

10%

DUI and DWI 10%

10%

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.

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 5%

13 years | 100 cases

Motorcycle Accident 5%

Slip and Fall Accident 5%

Trucking Accident 5%

Violent Crime 5%

Wrongful Death 5%

Domestic Violence 3%

Sex Crime 3%

Animal and Dog Bites 1%

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

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Location

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

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

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4.8 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dont hire

I hired him on my case and it seems that he worked with the DA on my case. The first deal that the DA offered me with was the only deal. MR MATRE NEVER TRIED TO FIGHT FOR ME He never filed certain motions in my case and once I had to take the deal offered. I signed a plea deal in the hall. And when ...I got in front of the judge I agreed to the deal I knew of that I signed and agreed to in the hall. The judge read back a different plea that Mr Jordan allowed the DA to add a year after I have signed the papers. And he also told me it would not go to my drivers license but it did.All he kept telling me was what he thought and that the judge change the plea. But if a judge changes or does not agree with a plea deal by law he must inform you. Do not hire Jordan K. Van Matre you are better off representing yourself.

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Replied last December 08, 2016

I too was disappointed with the outcome of this case. It was an unfortunate situation where the judge did not accept the plea I negotiated on my client's behalf, which the judge can do based on different circumstances. In my legal opinion, there was not a sufficient legal basis for substantive motions. At the end of the day I always provide advice in a manner consistent with the best interests of my clients, even if my clients do not always agree. These considerations often take into account personal knowledge of the judge, the judge's predispositions to certain types of cases, and the predictability of the judge's actions at trial. Every case is different. Again, I too was disappointed the judge did not give us the benefit of the work performed for my client.

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