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Matthew Edwards Kaylor
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Biography
Matthew Kaylor was born and raised in Polk County, Florida and graduated from Winter Haven High School. He received his undergraduate degree from Florida State University and his law degree from Quinnipiac University in Connecticut. Matthew worked for 3 years at the State Attorney's Office in Bartow as a prosecutor. He has been in private practice with his brother David for the past 7 years. He has tried over 70 jury trials and helped falsely accused people be acquitted of crimes ranging from DUI to petit theft to first degree murder. Matthew is a trial attorney who aggressively protects people's rights.
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Licensed in Florida for 26 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
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Kaylor Law Group
3001 Bartow Rd, Lakeland, FL, 338038358
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Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Straight shooter
I will start by saying that I did not hire Mr. Kaylor. I called inquiring about a consultation and after I explained what I wanted to try to do with my case he shot from the hip and told me that it would not be possible and that he "doesn't want to take my money." So although my interaction was brief...
Posted by Scott spencer Leventhal | January 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Happy client
Used Matt Kaylor about 3 times in the last 5 years. He is always punctual, informative and very honest. The judgements I received were favorable and the cost was right on par with the service. I have recommended him to other and would continue to do so in the future.
Posted by Barry | August 22, 2014 | Criminal Defense
the attorney i chose
Matt represented me in a federal criminal case. He was very thouough and really did his homeowrk to where I received a lighter sentence than originally expected. He did an outstanding job. He's very personable and knoweldgeable and I would hihjhly recommend him for any of your legal needs
Posted by Tomas | January 08, 2012 | Sex Crime
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Mr. Kaylor represented my son on a serious computer sex crime. The case dragged on for a long time and we had to go to court several times but Mr. Kaylor kept us informed every step of the way. I could tell that he knew everyone in the courtroom and felt comfortable in front of the judge. Ultimate...
Posted by JJ | December 21, 2011 | Criminal Defense
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This guy knows his way around a courtroom. I had a battery case where the witnesses against me were all liars. Matt Kaylor calmly dissected each of their stories and proved they lying. The jury came back with NOT GUILTY in just 10 minutes. I will never be in trouble again but if I do or if I know...
Matthew Edwards Kaylor's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is an excellent defense attorney. He was opposing counsel in many of my criminal cases during my days as a prosecutor. He always knew his cases well, and he always found good defenses for his clients. Anyone that makes the good decision of hiring Matthew for their crimin cases should rest assured that they will be taken care."
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Experience
Work Experience
1999 - 2002
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office
Associations
2010 - Present
Rotary InternationalMember
2006 - Present
Lake Region Lakes ManagementCommissioner
2003 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2002 - Present
Polk County Trial Lawyers Association
2000 - Present
Lakeland Bar AsociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DUI Jury Trial
NOT GUILTY
Undercover drug sting
NOT GUILTY
Education
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Quinnipiac University School of Law
law
Languages
Spanish
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Q&A
Can you get a cdl after having 2 dui's?
14 Sep 2010
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How long will it take to get extradited to Florida from Massachusettes?
11 Mar 2010