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Matthew Aaron Bailey
also known as Matthew Bailey, Matthew A. Bailey
About Matthew
Biography
Matthew Bailey handles Federal and State criminal charges as well as criminal and civil appeals. He also represents individuals in State parole hearings, expungements, and all forms of post-trial filings across Alabama. He has sucesses in the courtroom and on appeal as well as in getting clients released on parole.
Mr. Bailey graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law, after receiving a Certificate in Public Interest Law, Order of Samaritan Award, Dean’s Community Service Award, and admission to the Bench and Bar Legal Honor Society. During law school, Mr. Bailey worked as a research assistant that focused on Constitutional Law issues and interned at the Community Law Office - Jefferson County Public Defender’s Office. Mr. Bailey believes his passion and education make him a strong advocate for all his clients, and he is excited to bring his expertise and skills to work long-term for the benefit of all of his clients.
Practice Areas
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Alabama for 10 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2015
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Location
The Law Office of Matthew A. Bailey
7525 Memorial Parkway SW, Suite D, Huntsville, AL, 35802
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Matthew Aaron Bailey's Reviews
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Posted by David & Haley | November 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
From Both of us
Mr. Bailey has worked on cases for both me and my fiancé. I was looking at a life sentence due to my priors. What I ended up with was 2 yrs probation. He not only defended me but took what my PO wrote in a letter to the courts. After this my fiancé just had to hire him to represent her. As the case ...
Posted by Sherry | June 17, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Immediate response.
Mr Bailey replied to my question almost immediately. He was knowledgeable, & not only gave me information on my son's case, but was actually willing to look up the case. Part of the issue involves something in another State. Mr Bailey is not licensed in that state so we can't go any further with him,...
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Honest, trustworthy, and incredibly hardworking
He went above and beyond in making sure an FTA warrant was recalled and got me pretrial diversion for an issue in city court. This was all in a case that, at the time, I was not sure would be easily resolved. He was very communicative through the whole process and made me feel at ease when we were in...
Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Representation
Attorney Bailey went above and beyond in his representation of me obtaining an expungemt. He made me feel comfortable and confident in the process. I highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Client
I contacted Matthew during a very bleak time when options were limited and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed impossible. He provided excellent consultation and I hired a member of his team (geared more towards my case) as my attorney. I am grateful for his service and I recommend Mat...
Matthew Aaron Bailey's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matthew and I represented a domestic violence victim together. He handled the intimate, difficult details of the case with compassion and dignity. He is a hard working attorney with great appellate skills!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is an outstanding attorney. Extremely knowledgeable and hardworking."
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"I have known Matthew for years and seen his work personally, and I would trust him to handle any legal matter for me or anyone else."
"I endorse Attorney Bailey. He is well-versed in appellate law and post-conviction work. He cares about his clients and is a strong advocate."
"Matthew is an exceptional appellate attorney, often overcoming all odds to secure a victory for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2021
President's Award, Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Order of Samaritan, The University of Alabama School of Law
2015
Public Interest Law Certificate, University of Alabama School of Law Public Interest Institute
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Matthew A. Bailey
2018 - 2021
Senior Attorney, Maxwell Tillman
2015 - 2018
Associate, The Revill Law Firm
2014 - 2015
Legal Intern, Community Law Office: Jefferson County Public Defender
Associations
2018 - Present
Alabama Rivers Alliance Junior BoardMember
2018 - Present
Blount Advisory FellowsMember
2015 - Present
Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
2015 - Present
BIrmingham Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
National Trial Lawyers AssociationTop 40 Under 40
2015 - 2018
Birmingham Bar Association, Pro Bono CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Client granted parole over Attorney General's Office objection
Client released on parole
Client given unsupervised probation despite 2nd DUI adjudication
Unsupervised probation without interlock despite 2nd offense
Granted pre-trial discovery over objection
Pre-trial petition for discovery granted.
Shoplifting dismissed
Dismissal without court costs
11th Circuit Affirmed Denial of Qualified Immunity for State
Trial Court's Decision Affirmed
Client granted out of time appeal over State's objections
Rule 32 Petition granted and granted out of time appeal
Client granted out of time appeal and appointed counsel
Rule 32 Petition granted and appealed parole revocation
Robbery Parole
Client released on parole after serving less than 3 years and 4 months
Murder Resentencing
Reduction of sentence to 25 years
Client Released on Parole Despite 16 Drug Charges
Released on parole over a decade before his maximum release date
Granted visitation after not being allowed to see child for years
Got him standard visitation
Burglary and Theft of Property Parole
Release on parole over 13 years early
Robbery Parole
Released over 29 years early on parole
Burglary and Impersonating a Police Officer Parole
Released 12 years early on parole
Murder Parole
Released on parole before serving 15 years
Robbery and Possession of Controlled Substance Parole
Released over 33 years early on parole
Manslaughter Parole
Served less than 4 years in prison
Receiving Stolen Property
Nol Prossed
Traffic Ticket
Dismissal
Education
2015
University of Alabama
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
Alabama, University of
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Justice Must Be Won XXIX
The New Expungement Bill, Pardons, and Paroles
2021
2020 Reimagining Justice Summit
Community Supervision Parole Reform & Eliminating Fines & Fees
Publications
2019
MatthewABailey.com
Governor Ivey's Prison Plan has No Specifics or Solutions
2014
Law & Psychology Review
Transgender Workplace Discrimination in the Age of Gender Dysphoria and ENDA
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Ala. Code 1975 15-22-27.3 is titled prior sex offenses but includes all sex offenders whose victim is under 12. Why?
01 Oct 2021
Q&A
CAN YOU GET AN APPEAL IF ONE OF THE JURORS KNEW THE DEFENDANT SON BUT DIDNT SAY ANYTHING DURING THE TRIAL BUT HUGED THE SON AFT?
21 Jun 2021
Q&A
Is it possible for me to have another warrant?
27 Jun 2021