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Raised near Chicago, Matt Sandburg pursued twin passions at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, graduating with degrees in Economics and Philosophy, then earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law under a Dean’s Merit Scholarship. He spent over five years as a prosecutor in Sarasota, trying hundreds of DUI and drug cases and more than a thousand overall, before founding his criminal defense practice in 2011. Licensed in both Florida state courts and the Middle District of Florida federal court, Matt has since accumulated more than seventeen years of criminal defense experience across Sarasota, Venice, and Bradenton. He has taken over 50 matters to jury verdict—including DUI manslaughter and second-degree murder—and remains deeply invested in his community as a volunteer Sarasota Teen Court judge, past President of the Sarasota chapter of FACDL, former board president of Epilepsy Services of Southwest Florida, and served as Barrister of the John M. Scheb American Inn of Court.
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State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
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1800 2nd Street, Suite 725, Sarasota, FL, 34236
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Posted by anonymous | April 6, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I've worked with Matt for the past 6 months on a very frustrating DUI case. He was excellent from the start and the ultimate outcome was the case being dismissed as he said it likely would be if I followed his advice. I wouldnt hesitate to hire Matt Sandberg again.
Posted by Katherine | December 3, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Matt has been my family's attorney for over 4 years and he has never let us down. He is the epitome of professionalism and diligence. If you are in the unfortunate position of requiring the help of a lawyer, I highly recommend Matt Sanburg. He will fight for you, visit you and answer your phone calls...
Posted by BRYAN | May 10, 2015
Finding a lawyer that you can depend on can be difficult. A lot of times the outcome has lasting residual effects impacting your life, as well as your family, friends and coworkers. Unfortunately, this scenario became my reality and a friend of mine recommended Matt Sandburg to represent me. From...
Posted by Dustin | January 15, 2013
I hired matt to help my dad with his most recent dui case. He was able to get him a very good plea deal with the state. very happy with the outcome. Very helpful and knowledgeable about case. Easy to contact and quickly responds. Very understandable and informing on case. Would recommend with high co...
Posted by John | July 29, 2011
I had a somewhat minor petition injunction filed against me, but Mr. Sandberg treated me with the utmost professionalism and respect, not at all if my problem was minor. His sincere listening skills and his experience with the state attorneys office convinced me he took my situation very seriously. ...
"Matt Sandburg is a highly respected member of the criminal defense bar. The hard work and dedication that Matt shows to his clients is very evident. I highly endorse Matt Sandburg for criminal defense work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an extremely competent board certified criminal defense attorney, who works very hard in the best interests of his clients. He was a fine prosecutor, and we hgave collaborated on serveral of his defense case. I use Matt to help cover me in my absence from my office."
"I have known Mr. Sandburg for several years, having worked with him when he was a prosecutor and now as a defense attorney. He is a highly professional and hard working attorney. I recommend him with no reservation."
"I have personally known Matt for several years. I have worked against him when he was a prosecutor and have first hand knowledge of how hard he works his cases. Now that he is a defense attorney I have no doubt he will continue to represent his cients to the best of his ability. I strongly endorse his work."
"I've known Matt Sandburg for years after having worked together as State Attorneys. Matt is passionate about the practice of law and dedicates himself fully to his clients' interest. He has a great legal mind and puts that to work everyday for each of his clients. I endorse to the fullest Matt's ability as and attorney and anyone that has been charged with a crime in the Bradenton or Sarasota area would do themselves a great service to retain Matt."
"I have known Matt Sandburg for years, both as an Assistant State Attorney and as an up-and-coming defense lawyer in the Sarasota-Bradenton area. Matt is highly ethical, has excellent people skills and is well organized. Most importantly, he is very knowledgeable about the criminal law, and deeply committed to achieving the best possible results for his clients."
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2004
Dean's Merit Scholar, University of Miami School of Law
2003
Dean's Merit Scholar, University of Miami School of Law
2002
Dean's Merit Scholar, University of Miami School of Law
2011 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Matt Sandburg, P.A.
2005 - 2011
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office, 12th Judicial Circuit
2012 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2011 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Florida Bar, Criminal Law SectionMember
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Teen Court of SarasotaVolunteer Judge
2005 - Present
Florida BarMember
2014 - 2022
American Inns of CourtBarrister
2013 - 2014
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Sarasota chapter)Treasurer
2011 - 2022
Epilepsy Services of Southwest FloridaPast President and Board Member
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving on Eve of Trial
Case Dismissed
Case Dismissed
BOTH DUI AND RECKLESS DRIVING CHARGES DISMISSED BY STATE
Client Accepted into Pre-Trial Intervention (PTI)
CLIENT'S MUG SHOT REMOVED FROM ONLINE WEBSITE
CLIENT OBTAINED A MODIFICATION OF PROBATION AFTER VOP
DMV Suspension Vacated & DUI Charge Reduced to Reckless Driving
State Declined to File Charges
Petition for Injunction Dismissed
Client Accepted into Pre-Trial Intervention (PTI)
Five Year Driver's License Suspension Removed
Case Dismissed
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Law
2002
BS - Bachelor of Science
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