Regina Jeanette Matthews

Regina Jeanette Matthews

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Mediation

1401 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA

About Regina

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

I specialize in handling Divorces (contested and uncontested), Child Support, Child Custody.

17 years | 25 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 30%

I specialize in defending all types of criminal cases: traffic offenses, Misdemeanors, DUIs and Felony offenses. This has been the sole focus of my practice and have been in this area of the law for just over 6 years.

21 years | 800 cases

30%
Mediation 20%

Hourly Mediation for General Civil Matters, Conflict Resolution Workshops

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 20 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2005

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Regina Jeanette Matthews

1401 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA, 30309

Regina J. Matthews, LLC

1401 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA, 30309

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Regina Jeanette Matthews's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by ADAAS | January 19, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Grateful! Oustanding service!

As much as one puts their best foot foward to be a model citizen and good neighbour, unexpected things occur...sometimes things that require the intervention of a legal team. In 2013 that was my situation. I contacted Regina Matthews and received amazing service. I reached out to her by email, she re...sponded within 12 hours. Mrs. Matthews took care of all of the court procedures and paperwork with consistent communication throughout the process. I sang her praises for days. I also informed my friends about her, two of which reached out to her for their legal needs in the time of unexpected crisis. What I appreciate the most is the prompt communication and the knowledge that everything was taken care of. In other words, I need not worry. She took good care of me and even helped me better understand the situation at hand. Very grateful for her!

Posted by Debbie | October 17, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Extremely skilled criminal defense attorney, complex case was dismissed.

Attorney Matthews helped a very dear friend of mine resolve a very difficult and complex legal situation. I was very close to the case and was involved with my friend and Attorney Matthews throughout the entire process. This particular case was high profile and initially made the local news as the he...adline story. This was followed by several contacts from various media wanting information on the case. Attorney Matthews acted very quickly. She provided some media interviews herself and on another instance, she supported my friend while he provided an interview. She handled every detail of the media inquiries with professionalism and care, making sure that she provided the best protection for her client. After several months, the county offered a "deal" and Attorney Matthews did not want to take the easy way out. She discussed all options with my friend and was open and honest about the risks of any decision that was made. My friend chose not to accept the "deal" and Attorney Matthews expressed that she was in agreement with his decision and that she would fight the case with every means possible. The case lingered for nearly a year before resolution. During the entire time, Attorney Matthews stayed involved and was very persistent in her attempts to get the case dismissed. She was prompt in her responses and extremely helpful with our numerous calls with questions. I went with Attorney Matthews to meet with the head DA of the county involved in the case. The DA himself commented that he has rarely seen an attorney as persistent and fighting as hard as Attorney Matthews was for her client. After a year of Attorney Matthews excellent legal representation, the case was dismissed. I want to express how highly I recommend Attorney Matthews for legal services. She is very compassionate and kind, but knows how to fight for her client.

Posted by Joann Glass | August 13, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Overly Satisfied

Attorney Matthews, I am writing this letter of support on behalf of my son Gerald D. Williams Jr. and myself. You did an exceptional job for my son. I am extremely pleased and grateful for the services you provided on the date of Gerald's hearing. Without your professional help he would stil...l be facing eight years in prison. You went above and beyond the call of duty and I don't think anyone appreciates it more than Gerald himself, if he could respond he would be writing this review without any hesitation and highly recommend you to anyone in need of legal services. This letter is my professional opinion and recommendation of your conduct and communication you provided in the court room. I find you to be a woman of standard and was proud that I had the privilege to be in your company. You used good sound judgment in your decision making. I felt comforted and confident that Gerald was going to receive a fair trial this time. You assured me that everything would be fine. Thanks again, you made the difference, Joann

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Regina Jeanette Matthews's Lawyer Endorsements

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Russell Taylor

Domestic violence lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Other

"Judge Matthews is a very detail oriented person who curiously seeks the truth. I look forward to seeing her in the courtroom."

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Judith Delus Montgomery

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Regina. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Paola Torselli

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Regina Matthews was my trial partner in Superior Court for a year when we both worked as Public Defenders in DeKalb County. She was a very hard-working and caring attorney, making sure that her clients received excellent representation. I endorse this attorney."

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Joyce Neal

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leroya Jennings

Unknown lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working as opposing counsel against Ms. Matthews and in working along side Ms. Matthews. She is an attorney with a high level of experience and knowledge about the law and she will work hard to get the best results for her clients."

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Gerald Griggs

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Regina is one of the best lawyers I know and I would recommend her as the best lawyer in Atlanta hands down."

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Lisa Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Matthews and I have offices in the same building. Ms. Matthews is a dedicated defense attorney with a knack for rising to the challenge under deadline. She and I worked on a difficult case wherein she had to pick up the ball and run with it at the eleventh hour. She rose to the challenge, triumphantly found justice for her client, and successfully resolved the case. Her no-nonsense attitude and high legal know-how are a testament to her ability to work hard for her clients. She is an attorney of excellence. I highly endorse her."

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Paola Torselli

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Melissa Hawkins

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Leroya Jennings

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Gerald Griggs

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Associations

2005 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2004 - Present

Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys

Education

N/A

Emory University

law

Languages

English

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