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Matthew Norman Fech
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Biography
For over 20 years, I have fought to protect my clients' Constitutional Rights and their presumption of innocence in a day and age where people seem to be presumed guilty and must be proven innocent. You need to have an aggressive defense attorney on your side to make sure you receive the best outcome for your case. I have tried cases ranging from murder, arson, robbery, rape, and sexual batter all the way down to traffic tickets. Contact us today for a free consultation @ or .
Aggressively defending my clients' rights against criminal charges for more than 20 years.
Serious criminal charges means you need to have an aggressive attorney in your corner.
Being charged with an DUI/OWI doesn't mean you have to be convicted of a DUI/OWI.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
24 years
DUI and DWI
25%
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-350 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Indiana for 23 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 24 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Matthew Norman Fech
(219) 979-5319
Fax
219 North Broad Street, Griffith, IN, 46319
fech-law.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Matthew online.
Matthew Norman Fech's Reviews
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Posted by Rafael | July 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
10/10 highly recommend
Attorney Fech was a complete pleasure to have representing me. His professionalism and communication is second to none. He is very knowledgeable on the law and his experience in the courtroom really was such a relief to me as a client. My family and I are grateful for his service. I highly recommend...
Posted by Frank | July 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Top-notch service and welcome result
Matt Fech handled a traffic case for me that was more than just the average speeding ticket. He was clear and prompt in his communications, professional in our dealings, reasonable in his cost, and resolved my case with no anxiety or drama. I highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very Happy Client
I am extremely happy with the services of my Attorney Matthew Fech. Everything leading up to and for my court date went smoothly and better than I had expected. I am grateful to him and the knowledge he had in navigating my case. I feel very confident in everything that was decided and what I need t...
Posted by Michael | January 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Decision I made
Matt took his time to get to know me, the situation of the case, and worked out a deal that best suited me. I was involved in a single-car car accident where my best friend didn't make it. Matt worked very hard to get me no jail time on my level 5 felony. I recently completed my strict 4 years of ...
Posted by Brian | August 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
High Character Professionally and Personally
Matt Fech is a person of high character both professionally and personally. I have known him for many years and he is an attorney who will be honest with you. We sat down with him to discuss our situation and he gave us honest advice and helped us with a legal case. He is professional and respectful ...
Matthew Norman Fech's Lawyer Endorsements
"I wholeheartedly endorse Matt Fech. Matt is a very experienced, highly skilled, criminal defense practitioner who does excellent work in both the State and Federal courts. He is comitted to reaching the best outcome for each and every client."
"I endorse this lawyer. He does an excellent job representing his clients and their interests."
"I know Matt to be a very capable and knowledgeable lawyer with a reputation for achieving excellent results for his clients."
"Matt and I have been on the other side on cases. I found Matt to be professional and take a businesslike approach to addressing the dispute between our respective clients. This helped with tensions between our clients early in the case that enabled both of us to better serve our clients. I would personally use Matt and recommend Matt to family and friends."
"When Matt was in Ohio he was a great resource for me to get answers to all manner of questions. I respected both his legal knowledge and his willingness to help whenever asked. I have no doubt he provides the same attention and knowledge to every legal matter he handles."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable and fair. An asset to our local legal community."
"I have known and worked with Matt Fech for more than a decade, both during his time in Ohio and Indiana. He is a compassionate advocate, excellent trial lawyer, and a fighter. As well, he is fair minded and willing to work hard to get the right results. He has handled the most serious matters, from murder and rape, to virtually every type of case, and he has gotten excellent results. If I had legal matters in Indiana, I would call him first."
"Before moving back to Indiana, I had the privilege of working with Mr. Fech on the legal needs of several clients. He is very knowledgeable about all areas of law he practices in, well prepared and compassionate. I highly recommended him to my clients when he was in my area and would do so to any in Indiana."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Chief's Award, Lake County Public Defender's Office
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Matthew N. Fech P.C.
2002 - 2009
Partner, Fech & Fech, L.L.C.
Associations
2021 - Present
Federal Defender Northern District of Indiana BoardPresident
2016 - Present
Lake County Bar Association, Criminal Defense SectionCo-chair
2014 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2011 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
2020 - 2021
Lake County Bar AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
State of IN v. KXXXXX Spencer
Not guilty
Ronald Thompson v. State of Indiana, 15 N.E.3d 1097 (Ind. Ct. App. 2014)
TRIAL COUNSEL - Conviction Reversed
Katherine Ryan v. Larry Janovski, 999 N.E.2d 895 (Ind. Ct. App. 2013)
CASE OF FIRST IMPRESSION - Reverse and remanded
State of Indiana v. Jorrell Jackson
Acquittal
State of Indiana v. Ronald D. Thompson
Acquittal
State of Ohio v. Christopher J. Burleson
Acquittal
State of Ohio v. Melvin Surprise
Acquittal
Education
2001
University of Toledo
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Indiana University-Northwest
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Potpourri of Real Property Tax Sales, Real Property Assessment, and Real Property Tax Appeals
Ethical Considerations in Real Property Tax Sales, Real Property Assessment, and Real Property Tax Appeals
2022
Lake County Bar Association, Criminal Defense Sect
Updates that Criminal Defense Attorneys Need to Know
2022
Lake County Bar Association
Lake County Bar Association Monlthly Meeting Attendee/Chair
2021
Lake County Commissioners - Open Door and APRA Seminar
Six Member Roundtable Discussion of the Impact of COVID-19 on Open Door Law and APRA
2021
Lake County Bar Association - Family Law
Protective Orders and Your Family Law Practice
2020
Municipal Law Seminar XXXVII
Municipal Law Seminar XXXVII
2020
Lake County Bar Association
Coping & Connecting - COVID-19 Hear Directly from Lake County Judicial Officials on How They are Coping and Surviving and Thriving During this Difficult Time
2013
Lake County Bar Association, CLE/Education Committee
Use of Technology in the Courtroom
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it legal for a officer to give you a sobriety test 6 times ?once upon being pulled over then 5 times at the jail
05 Aug 2017
Q&A
WWhat do i do im 26 a first time offender and ive been charged with felony battery which ive already pled not guilty to because?
12 Jul 2017
Q&A
How do I go able having a suspended license removed from my driving record?
26 Apr 2017