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Drunk driving and Criminal Defense law is what I live for. I have always found it fascinating and to keep up on it I research it any time possible. When I am not studying the law I enjoy mountain biking and spending time outdoors. I have been blessed in this life and I never forget it.
Practice areas
My law practice has always soley focused on criminal defense and driver's license issues. I practice all over the state of Michigan in all state and federal courts.
21 years, 2,000 cases
Insuring people arrested for drunk driving recieve fair treatment and holding the law enforcement community to follow the law.
21 years, 2,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
503 S Saginaw St Ste 526
Flint, MI, 48502
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 2002 | 05/11/2022 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Flint Journal Your Magazine | Top 40 under 40 young professionals in the community. | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Clerk | Genesee County Circuit Court Chief Judge Archie L. Hayman | 2002 - 2004 |
Intern | Genesee County Prosecutors Office | 2001 - 2001 |
Legislative Assistant | Michigan House of Representatives | 1997 - 1998 |
Intern | Tri County Metro Narcotics | 1996 - 1996 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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100 Club of Genesee, Lapeer and Shiawassee Counties | Board Member | 2016 - Present |
Mott Community College | Trustee | 2013 - Present |
Michigan Association of OWI Attorneys | Member | 2012 - Present |
Governor's Traffic Safety Advisor Commission Driving While License Suspended Task Force | Member | 2009 - Present |
Michigan Association For Justice | Member | 2008 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2008 - Present |
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM) | Member | 2007 - Present |
Michigan State Appelate Defenders Office | Member | 2004 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law Section | Memeber | 2000 - Present |
Genesee County Bar Association | Member | 1998 - Present |
New Paths | Board Member | 2010 - 2016 |
Genesee County Bar Association Criminal Law Committee | President | 2009 - 2012 |
Greater Flint Arts Council | Board Member | 2008 - 2010 |
Genesee County Jail Overcrowding Task Force | Member | 2007 - 2008 |
Foundation for Mott Community College | Vice-Chair | 2006 - 2012 |
Flint Cultural Center Young Professionals Council | President | 2000 - 2004 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Genesee County Bar Association Bar Beat | Municipal borderlines and Criminal Defense | 2013 |
Your Magazine | 40 under 40 | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Michigan State University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
Michigan State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Harris Criminal Law Seminar | OWI and Driver's License Restoration | 2017 |
Ask the Lawyer | Driver's License Restoration | 2014 |
Ask the Lawyer | Driver's License Restoration | 2013 |
Criminal Justice Committee | Expungement Law Revisions | 2013 |
criminal law section | Collateral consequences of a criminal plea | 2012 |
You and the law | Criminal Law | 2012 |
Genesee County Bar Association Criminal Law and Procedure Seminar | Criminal Law and Procedure | 2011 |
Criminal Justice Advisory Board | Criminal Justice Program | 2011 |
2010 Michigan Traffic Safety Sumit | Driving While License Suspended/Revoked | 2010 |
Southwestern High School | Criminal Law | 2009 |
Traffic law and Driver's License Restoration Forum | Driver's License Restoration | 2009 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Major Drug Trafficking Case | Credit for 9 months served. |
Major Drug Trafficking Case | 90 days in County Jail. |
Assault with Intent do Great Bodily Harm less than Murder | Not Guilty |
Drunk Driving | Not Guilty |
Felony OWI 3rd Offense | Defective Equipment |
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Dustyn Coontz, Criminal defense Attorney on May 30, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I've seen Matt in the community for a while and have always been impressed with him as an attorney. Then last year, we represented codefendants on a big, newsworthy life-felony case. Through the work of all the lawyers on the case, we got our clients down from potential life in prison to probation. After the clients complete probation, their charges will be dismissed. That's great lawyering, and not something you're going to get from just any lawyer. I strongly endorse Matt Norwood.
Edward Sternisha, Unknown Attorney on May 17, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Norwood is a phenomenal lawyer. He knows his stuff. I am extremely impressed with his knowledge of the law and his ability to resolve cases in the best way for his clients. I gladly endorse him.
Dustyn Coontz, Criminal defense Attorney on May 30, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I've seen Matt in the community for a while and have always been impressed with him as an attorney. Then last year, we represented codefendants on a big, newsworthy life-felony case. Through the work of all the lawyers on the case, we got our clients down from potential life in prison to probation. After the clients complete probation, their charges will be dismissed. That's great lawyering, and not something you're going to get from just any lawyer. I strongly endorse Matt Norwood.
Edward Sternisha, Unknown Attorney on May 17, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Norwood is a phenomenal lawyer. He knows his stuff. I am extremely impressed with his knowledge of the law and his ability to resolve cases in the best way for his clients. I gladly endorse him.
Paul Scott, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an expert in the field of Criminal Defense and DUI/OWI. He has been selfless with his time for his clients and fellow attorneys. Have confidence in hiring him.
Anthony Abueita, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 30, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an excellent attorney . I always refer criminal and drivers license restoration matters his way.
Michael James, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Matthew Norwood. Matthew is an exceptional criminal defense attorney who fights for his clients' rights and routinely achieves favorable results for his clients. You can't go wrong with Matthew on your side.
John Elkhoury, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Norwood is a great attorney who is willing to go the extra mile for his clients. I feel very confident when referring him any cases in the Genesee County area.
Frank Manley, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. In addition to being a great DUI attorney, he is my go-to lawyer for driver's license restorations because of his attention to detail. He is professional, ethical, and gets great results. I have a great amount of respect for him and would trust my own friends and family in his hands.
Scott Bigger, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 1, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matt Norwood brings a high level of experience and expertise to each case he handles. Clients trust him and rewards their trust with excellent results.
Michael Carlin, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 22, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Matthew Norwood. I am an immigration attorney. I had a client who was in need of post-conviction relief. We needed an attorney to handle the criminal matter quickly and effectively. I contacted Matt, and he accomplished the job in the short time frame that we had. Our client is now safely back home. Matt's resolution of the criminal matter was crucial for our client's avoidance of severe immigration consequences. I recommend Matt for criminal defense matters.
Samuel Terry, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 1, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mr. Norwood has a proven track record of preparedness and an in-depth knowledge of the law. His aggressiveness coupled with his experience makes Mr. Norwood a formidable opponent for any prosecutor. Not only do endorse this lawyer, I highly recommend him as well.
Michael Kotarski, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Matthew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Colin Linsenman, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Matt as an attorney who I have been against in many cases. He works tirelessly for his clients, gets excellent results while maintaining a friendly relationship with the courts, their staff and opposing counsel. I wouldn't hesitate to send any friend or family member to him for representation.
Nancy Chinonis, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer as a fine Criminal Defense attorney in Genesee County.
Alexandra Nassar, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have referred people to Attorney Norwood for help throughout the years and all of them have been very happy with his work. He advocates for his clients and protects their rights.
Heather Burnash, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Norwood is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He is a professional, compassionate and dedicated lawyer whose sincerety and committment to his clients are unsurpassed.
John Tosto, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 28, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matthew is an exceptional lawyer who goes the extra mile for his clients.
Mark Clement, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 8, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I, as well as other lawyers in this community, routinely consult Mr. Norwood and benefit from his expertise in criminal, drunk driving, and drivers license issues. He is considered the "go to" lawyer around here for those matters not only by fellow lawyers but also judges that have questions about applying the law.
Aaron Boria, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matthew Norwood is an excellent attorney. His experience in criminal defense is extensive. I endorse this lawyer.
Terry Adler, Unknown Attorney on Jan 16, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Matt has an excellent reputation for representing his clients vigorously. Matt is always well prepared, allowing him to represent his clients efficiently and professionally when he is protecting their rights and advancing their interests.