Matthew Steven Brock

Matthew Steven Brock

also known as Matt, Brock

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Chattanooga, TN
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

1257 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 70%

He is one of the few attorneys in the nation certified as an instructor in the DUI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course recognized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This is the same course that police officers take in order to make DUI arrests while in the Academy.

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Criminal Defense 30%

Mr. Brock handles cases from simple speeding tickets to First Degree Murder, however his practice is primarily focused on DUI and drug related crimes. He practices primarily in Chattanooga, TN and the other surrounding counties such as Marion and Bradley. Mr. Brock also practices in all the surrounding Municipalities; Soddy Daisy, East Ridge, Collegedale, and Red Bank.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 6 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2019

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Tennessee for 13 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Best & Brock

1257 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37402

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Matthew Steven Brock's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

155 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 33 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend!

Matt was recommended to me by multiple peers to handle my particular case (DUI 2nd offense/probation violation). I was not disappointed. From our initial phone call, he has been very accommodating and down to earth, and I felt completely confident in his knowledge and experience. I appreciated his st...raightforward and efficient demeanor, while always timely and well prepared, which put me at ease. i also felt he had a very positive rapport with the judges/DAs that was very reassuring. I will certainly continue to recommend Matt in the future. Very thankful for the past/or future(hopefully not!) guidance & representation he provided.

Posted by Kari | August 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent experience

After receiving a DUI Matt Brock was recommended to me by a friend and after calling his office to set up a consultation Matt Brock was available to meet with me that same day and was already very prepared as soon as I arrived. I was impressed with his plan to help me with my case and he offered a ve...ry flexible payment plan for me so I hired him as my lawyer. Unfortunately I messed up and got a second DUI shortly after my first which made Matt's job as an attorney much more difficult but he did not drop me as a client or increase his cost or anything. I work in the medical profession and my biggest goal was to save my medical license and Matt went above and beyond in court to fight to get me a deal I never imagined I would get. For a second DUI most people have to do up to 45 days or more in jail in addition to multiple other consequences but Matt worked out a deal to get my sentence reduced to 7 days and got me a restricted license. I was able to work out my work schedule so I wouldn't have to take off work when I turned myself into jail to complete my time but after I turned myself in the jail facility messed up and calculated my time wrong and were going to try to make me stay several extra days past my out date. I had my mom call Matt and let him know and he spent an entire day battling with the court system and the jail facility and even made a personal trip to the jail to get them to correct their mistake. Matt has literally been a life saver for my career and life in general considering the hole I dug myself in and I am forever grateful. He's a hard working lawyer and very well educated with the law especially related to drinking and drug charges. He was always available and easy to get in touch with at any time of the day and always willing to work with you financially. I would recommend Matt as a lawyer to anyone and I couldn't be more pleased with my experience with him!

Matthew Brock

Replied last August 23, 2017

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to represent you. It wasn't an easy road but we made it together. I look forward to your continued success.

Posted by Marie | April 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent legal service

Mr. Brock was refered to me by a friend who had great things to say about him helping him beat a dui charge. My case was different and somewhat complicated. I was the victim of a domestic assault, vandalism, and immediately following that incident had false charges taken out on me as retaliation. I h...ad an outstanding warrant for two weeks for theft . Matt got me in front of a judge who threw the warrant out and set a court date. It saved me money not having to bail out of jail, and more importantly saved me the embarrassment of being arrested and in the paper etc . He got everything dismissed and made sure that the guilty party paid for my items they destroyed. He seemed to have a great relationship with the DA's and judges and was very well liked and trusted. I would definitely recommend him to anyone seeking legal council !!

Posted by Travis | January 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

D.U.I. Defense .

We had a case where the officer was trying too convict me of a 3rd offence DUI and Mr. Matthew Brock is the Lawyer that I stumbled one day while in Chattanooga , TN , not knowing how good he was I decided to take a chance with him . I knew that when the crime took place that I wasn't drunk or drin...king , but I couldn't prove that alone , I did have beer cans and bottles in my vehicle that hadn't been cleaned out in a while . This Guy is the best , he took the video , evidence , and tickets and went to work . Pointing out every flaw he started breaking down the charge . I was very impressed ! He is everything he say's he is ! And I am very proud to know him and have had him as a Lawyer ! Thank You for Everything Mr. Matt Brock ! I am thankful you represented me ! Sincerely, Travis

Posted by Nathan | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Rockstar!

Matt handled my traffic case proffessionally and timely with a win! Couldn't ask for any better representation!

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Matthew Steven Brock's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Watt

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Brock is a major force in the DUI/DWI community. He's well known at the national conferences; he's also a field sobriety testing instructor. I would hire him without hesitation, if I were facing a criminal matter. -Greg Watt"

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Brittany Thomas Faith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Brock is my go to criminal attorney for my immigration clients facing criminal charges. He is dependable and does what he says, which is a rarity. I know that when I send clients to him, they will be fought hard for and treated respectfully. I have no hesitation endorsing him."

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Kristen Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a diligent and skilled DUI attorney. He puts his clients first and truly cares about the outcome of their cases."

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Samuel Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a great lawyer who genuinely cares for his clients and the community. I highly recommend him to anyone needing criminal defense services."

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Ayelet Flynn

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is smart, attentive, and talented in the work that he does. He is very dedicated and knowledgeable and is highly respected in the community with good reason. If you are looking for a criminal defense attorney, I believe Matt is an excellent choice."

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R. Best

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Brock and I have worked together on several matters over the past few years. I endorse this attorney without hesitation!"

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Bryan Goodman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt and I both attended NHTSA courses in the Atlanta area and partnered to teach a session in the SFST Instructor course. He is an attorney who is serious about learning everything he can in order to better represent his clients. If you want an attorney who is going to analyze every step of the DUI arrest from start to finish, you want Matt working for you."

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Fisher Wise

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt is a great lawyer. He works hard to obtain positive results for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Philip Coyle

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Brock is a great attorney and a staple in the Chattanooga community. He is extremely knowledgeable and skillful and he will fight passionately for his clients."

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Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Friend

"Matthew Brock is a highly trained and very knowledgeable defense attorney. He as an impeccable understanding of DWI laws and criminal procedure. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Gilligan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Other

"Matthew Brock is highly trained in DUI/ DWI defense, and has developed an unmatched level of expertise in the Chatanooga area attacking officer testimony regarding field sobriety. I highly recommend this attorney."

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James Owen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt and I attended the NHTSA DUI Standardized Field Sobriety Training together. He immediately struck me as a bright and dedicated lawyer, who was determined to be a highly trained DUI lawyer."

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Jesse Lords

Unknown lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Samuel Lewis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Brock is a hard-working attorney, and I am always impressed by his professionalism and level of preparedness. I have no doubt that Matt consistently provides excellent representation for his clients. I heartily endorse Matt and his law practice."

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Johnny Houston

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a true up and coming star in the legal profession, especially in the DUI area. Although a recent admission to the bar, he has spent many hours learning the law both in the courtroom as well as nationally accredited DUI seminars and has acquired the requisite skill needed in a successful DUI practice. I endorse Matt Brock as a DUI attorney."

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Manzurakhon Talipova

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt is very professional. He will, without a doubt, go above and beyond to make sure his clients receive the best service possible. Matt works diligently to stay up to date on all the changes in the law. He is very personable, knowledgeable, and hard working."

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Andrea Hayduk

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Brock is a very knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. He works hard for his clients and achieves great results. I would recommend Mr. Brock's services to anyone looking to hire a DUI or criminal lawyer in Chattanooga."

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John Bateman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Matthew at DWI/SFST training in Alpharetta, GA. He is a passionate advocate who has attended the same training the officers receive, including DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement, and culminating in DWI/SFST Instructor training. I recommend him with confidence to anyone facing the difficulties of a DWI charge."

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Meredith Mochel

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Brock is a conscientious, excellent lawyer who works hard for his clients."

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Charles Frazier

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Kristen Williams

Family lawyer

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Ayelet Flynn

Business lawyer

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R. Best

Federal crime lawyer

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Bryan Goodman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Fisher Wise

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Philip Coyle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Robert Gilligan

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Owen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Eric Bernsen

Intellectual property lawyer

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Gregory Watt

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Zachary Newman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Samuel Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Johnny Houston

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Bateman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Meredith Mochel

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Top 3 DUI Attorney In Chattanooga, Three Best Rated

2021

Winner Best of the Best DUI & Criminal Defense Law Firm, Chattanooga Times Free Press

2021

Best of the Best Law Firm, Chattanooga Times Free Press

2021

Best of the Best Personal Injury Firm, Chattanooga Times Free Press

2020

Mid South Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

2020 3 Best DUI Attorney, Three Best Rated

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Top 3 DWI Lawyer Chattanooga TN, Three Best Rated

2019

Best of the Best Law Firm, Times Free Press

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Best of the Best Law Firm, Times Free Press

2017

2017 Volunteer of the Year, Chattanooga Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

2012

Certificate for Global Legal Studies, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Best & Brock PLLC

2013 - Present

Owner, Matt Brock Law

Associations

2020 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2020 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association Leadership Law Committee

Member

2016 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

General member

2016 - Present

Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

Chattanooga Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Chattanooga Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Board Member

2015 - 2019

Tennessee Bar Association Young Lawyers Division

Board Member

2014 - 2019

Chattanooga Bar Association Young Lawyers DIvision

Board Member

Education

2012

Thomas Jefferson Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Tennessee

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2023

DUIDLA 2023 Spring Seminar Back To Basics Back to Basics: Outline for a DUI Trial

2021

TACDL Annual DUI Conference in New Orleans The Disconnect Defense

2021

Suppression Obsession - Why Not Just Win Before Trial? Don’t Lose Faith: Litigating Around ‘Good Faith’ Exceptions

2021

Criminal Law Day

Daily life of a Criminal Defense Attorney

2020

Show Me the Money 2020: Best Practices for Getting Paid Professional Development

2019

Online Legal Research, Google Scholar, MS Office and Other Technological Skills in Legal Practice Social Media and Obtaining Evidence from Electronic Devices - DIY Tips

2019

June CLE Monthly Meeting

Narrative of the DUI Trial

2019

Fall Seminar in San Diego Narrative of the DUI Trial

2018

Tennessee Bar Association, Young Lawyers Conference Solo Practice for the Young Lawyer

2018

NHTSA's DUI Detection and SFST Course by Impaired Driving Specialists DUI Detection and Standard Field Sobriety Testing

2018

Go Solo: Tools for Starting Your Practice CLE The Business of Going Solo

2018

Coffee Talks

Criminal Law 101

2017

September Continuing Legal Education

DUI Implied Consent & Case Law Update

2017

Go Solo: Unleash the Entrepreneur Within The Business of Going Solo

2016

2016

DUI Case law update

State v. Bell & the Misguided Progeny of Cases

2016

CLE- Professional Development for Today's Attorney The Business of Lawyering

2015

NHTSA's DUI Detection and Standard Field Sobriety Testing Trial Techniques in DUI cases

2015

NHTSA's DUI Detection and SFST Course DUI Detection and Standard Field Sobriety Testing

2014

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

DWI Detection and Field Sobriety Testing

Languages

English

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