Matthew Edwards Kaylor

Matthew Edwards Kaylor

4.7
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lakeland, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

3001 Bartow Rd, Lakeland, FL

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Matthew is a former prosecutor turned defense attorney. He works very hard to deliver the best results for his clients.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 26 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1999

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Kaylor Law Group

3001 Bartow Rd, Lakeland, FL, 338038358

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Matthew Edwards Kaylor's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nathan | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Law Firm You Can Trust

From the moment I met Matthew Kaylor he treated me with respect and never made me feel judged. He was completely upfront and honest with me during the consultation and even gave me some genuine advice not knowing if I was going to hire him. Matthew or David was at every court hearing without fail ...and they never stopped advocating for my best interest and ultimately got my case to diversion program and ultimately dismissed. Matthew always responded to my emails promptly, answered my questions and kept me informed. The cost quoted was what was charged and I am still blown away at how remarkably honest and fair the rate was. This Law Firm is a must to consult with before you make a decision on what lawyer to hire.

Posted by Debra Lackey | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mathew Kaylor is number one in my book. Hire him and he will be number one in yours too !

When I first hired Mr. Kaylor, he was immediately told me that my charges were not what he specializes in, nothing is guaranteed, but he will fight for me. After my consultation, not only did Mathew do what he said he was going to do, the final outcome is way more than I expected. Most definitely... will be recommending and referring his law firm to everyone.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Thorough & Prepared

I retained Mr. Kaylor to challenge a traffic citation for speeding in a school zone. I wasn't sure what to expect, as I was, admittedly, speeding and in a school zone. But I couldn't afford the points on my license, so I asked only that he do what he could. At the hearing, Mr. Kaylor provided the ...Judge with a detailed presentation containing diagrams, demonstrative aids and citations to the some uniform system of traffic control devices. As it turns out, the school's warning signs were not in compliance with state law!! The Judge declined to enforce the "double fine" for the school zone, and withheld adjudication on the ticket. As a result, my fines were cut in half, and I didn't receive any points!! Who knew the location and size of road signs had anything to do with due process?!?! Thanks Mr. Kaylor. Then, after the hearing, although he certainly had no obligation to so do, he met with the Deputy Sheriff on my case and offered to share his research and suggested the manner in which the school could bring their signs into compliance. Although my interactions with him was fairly limited, I got the impression that Matthew is an all around great guy and well respected at the Courthouse.

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...ly, he got the prosecutor to offer my son something so good he just couldn't refuse. Mr. Kaylor fought for my son and I will always be indebted to him for the work that he did while not charging us too much money.

Posted by JJ | December 21, 2011 | Criminal Defense

jj6684

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... someone who is in trouble I will refer them to Matt.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1999 - 2002

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Rotary International

Member

2006 - Present

Lake Region Lakes Management

Commissioner

2003 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2002 - Present

Polk County Trial Lawyers Association

2000 - Present

Lakeland Bar Asociation

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI Jury Trial

NOT GUILTY

Undercover drug sting

NOT GUILTY

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Education

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Quinnipiac University School of Law

law

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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