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also known as Matt Chapel, Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer, Matthew W. Chapel, Trial Lawyer
Matt Chapel is not your typical Attorney. He is a veteran and, as a trial lawyer, he has a winning track record of bringing results to his clients. Most importantly, he takes your case personally and you can be confident that he will use his trial experience, as well as his experience as a Marine to give your case the attention it deserves for the best possible results.
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Chat withState: Indiana
Acquired: 1998
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State: Ohio
Acquired: 1995
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110 W Berry St Ste 1901, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802-2311
See Ft. Wayne office, Van Wert, OH, 45891
15 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Kyle | August 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Serious Life Changer
I was in county jail thinking I was going to be stuck there for a long time. I hired Mathew Chapel and he got me out of jail and in track to get my life back together. I recommend his work to anyone in need. He is a veteran and knows the law.
Posted by Chad and Jennifer | January 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Chad and Jennifer Hull
Matt chapel defended our son on a criminal case. He worked harder and more hours than I would have expected any attorney to work and by that I mean nights weekends sometimes I almost believe around the clock. He is very caring and kind He made us feel like family. He also builds a defence team speci...
Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Professional, Supportive, and Reliable
On the weekend of Easter 2021, I made some boneheaded mistakes that could have had a negative impact on my future. I was arrested for three charges: a DUI, driving in the marked part of the lane, and driving under suspension. I was stressed, worried, and anxious. Fortunately, Matt was the one attorne...
Posted by Elias | February 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
" Prepared, relentless, results"!
My son, who is on the autism spectrum, was charged for assault. Everyone involved knew that my son was not culpable or competent to stand trial, but it did not matter. My son was taken away from me and put in an institution. Matt Chapel fought hard for me to get custody of my son back. I know that he...
Posted by Teresa | February 14, 2016
Fair and knowledgeable
Matt Chapel was able to sit with me and honestly tell me what the options were in my case. We talked about many different aspects and in the end I didn't pursue further action but he helped me make informed decisions.
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an experienced trial lawyer with a firm grip on justice. He advocates aggressively for his clients."
"Matt Chapel is outstanding: a caring, super competent attorney who invests in the best continuing legal education available. His client reviews rave about the results. That's as good as it gets, folks. I endorse Matt without reservation. WM"
"I met Matthew at a Regional training seminar for Trial Lawyers through Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College . Not only was I able to interact with him through our training, but I was able to see his commitment to his clients and desire to work hard for them. When I refer clients to Matthew, I know they are in good hands."
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2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2005
NITA Master Advocate, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2005
NITA Advocate Designation, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2010 - Present
Trial Lawyer, Matthew W. Chapel, Trial Lawyer
2000 - 2010
Owner, Matthew W. Chapel, Attorney At Law
1997 - 2000
Defense Counsel for Insureds, Celina Insurance Group
1995 - 1997
Defense Counsel, Ward & Associates
1978 - 1982
Platoon Sergeant, United States Marine Corps
2005 - Present
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeGraduate
2004 - Present
National Institute for Trial AdvocacyNITA Advocate
1978 - 1982
Marine CorpsSergeant
2007
1995
Juris Doctorate
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
TBI and the Law
2018
English
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First offense for misdemeanor ?
30 Dec 2019
Violated my probation warrant issued
30 Dec 2019
Will i go to jail at an initial hearing?
30 Dec 2019