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Matthew McDowell graduated with a double Major in Political Science and International Business from Grove City College in Pennsylvania. After graduating from Regent University School of Law in Virginia, Matthew has practiced law in Florida since becoming a member of the Florida Bar in 1996. Matthew's priority is taking care of his family and he considers his clients as family. He is inspired by getting outstanding results, obtaining second chances for his clients, and helping people to make positive changes in their lives. He is licensed to practice in all Florida state courts, including the Florida Supreme Court. Having handled thousands of cases, he brings his skills to help those charged with a violation, misdemeanor, or felony. Matthew specializes in DUI, Drug Possession charges, Battery charges, Violation of Probation, Marijuana Charges, Domestic Violence, Suspended Driver's License, Traffic charges, and Theft charges.
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30 years | 700 cases
30 years | 200 cases
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30 years | 80 cases
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Chat withState: Florida
Acquired: 1996
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011
10150 Highland Manor Drive Suite 200, Tampa, FL, 33610
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Posted by Dawson | June 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Matthew McDowell will do what he wants not what's best for you
Matthew McDowell did NOT do a professional job at all representing my case, but it is clear that when Mr. McDowell gets your money he is going to do what is in his best interest not the client. I hired Matthew McDowell to represent me for a reckless driving ticket and that is all he did was represent...
Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer
Matthew McDowell is an excellent attorney. He was able to my case dismissed! I also didn't have to attend every court hearing and miss work. Mr. McDowell provided me with great and attentive service! Will be recommending him to anyone I know that has any issues.
Posted by Kelvin | March 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I would like to say Matthew McDowell is an excellent attorney
I was charged with a DUI and arrested and while out on bail I hired Mr Matthew McDowell who really help me to keep my license as well getting my charges reduced to wreckless driving followed by a class of 12hrs and community service and while going through the case Mr Matthew McDowell excused me from...
Posted by Melvin | January 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Will refer to friends and family
My wife introduced me to mcdowell. I was very pleased with her choice. He always calls back quickly. Best in Tampa.
Posted by fresia | February 25, 2015
Matthew has a way of reassurance his honesty whether good or bad can brings ease.
Very upfront on what my outcome might be. He represented a failure to appear. he gave me honest answers and all I had to do was put everything in his hands. He is always available. you never have to worry. He is very calm and confident and exudes an aura of nothing but your best interest at hand. He ...
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.
Suspension issued in FL, 2011
updated on 01/30/2018Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
“10 day Suspension for Advertising”
1995
Semi Finalist member SouthEast Division, National Moot Court Competition
1997 - Present
Owner, McDowell Law Office
2017 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
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1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2007
VA benefits and Medicare
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