Matt Swain

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Matt Swain

4.4
14 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Norman, OK
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

217 E. Main Street, Norman, OK

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About Matt

Biography

Have you been accused of committing a felony or misdemeanor? Call and get advice today!

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

We will provide you with an honest assessment of your case and let you make the choices, all the while making sure that your case is resolved according to the facts and the law. We handle felony and misdemeanor charges in state courts throughout Oklahoma.

18 years | 1,100 cases

60%
DUI and DWI 40%

If you've been arrested and are facing a DUI (Drunk Driving) charge in Oklahoma, you need the help of an Oklahoma DUI defense lawyer who knows how to fight back against unfair charges, who can get results and makes sure you are treated fairly. You need an Oklahoma DUI defense attorney who is very knowledgeable about Oklahoma criminal laws on matters of drunk driving (also known as DUI, Drunk Driving, Driving Under the Influence)

18 years | 400 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Oklahoma for 16 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2009

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Swain Law Group

217 E. Main Street, Norman, OK, 73069

mattswainlaw.com

Online Presence

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Matt Swain's Reviews

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Posted by Patrick | April 15, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Great attorney

Matt represented me on a DUI in Cleveland County and did a great job. I've kept my license, for now, but we'll see what happens with that. He gave me a payment plan that I was able too pay also.

Posted by Robert | November 01, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Very good attorney at a very reasonable rate

I hired Matt for a felony burglary case and he was able to get me an outcome that I never expected. I had never been in trouble and he walked me through the process and answered every question that I had. He charged me a fair amount of money and I am very happy with the outcome of the case.

Posted by anonymous | September 16, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Arrogantly Rude And Unhelpful

Matt Swain monumentally and catastrophically failed in epic proportion, to say the least as far as making me feel confidant in him or his firm for legal representation. Also, he had the nerve to say something like, that he could tell by my tone of voice that things weren't going to go well because ...I would probably disagree with anything he said. As if I know the first thing about being a Criminal Defense Lawyer. I never once disagreed with him during our conversation over the phone, not one time. He seriously needs to get over himself. Maybe he was just having a bad day and needs a little break, I don't know. Honestly, one thing that he mentioned regarding his firm having a great relationship with the two District Attorneys offices in nearby counties where I have legal issues, kind of made me feel as his firm and those group of District Attorneys do all kinds of colluding and shady deals. I'm not saying this is true but I definitely got that vibe after he mentioned it, this was after he blew up at me. My advice to Matt is, if he wants to grow in the current profession that he's in, then he is going to have to appear to be or give the impression of being, a little more sympathetic and compassionate, particularly during first-time interaction with potential clients, considering, that he is a CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER that people, not all guilty, reach out to for legal advice, legal representation that should accompany some peace of mind - he should not come across as a crooked salesman. Nevertheless, I am self-reflective because for me it's part of a mental, spiritual, and emotional healing process that I feel I must go through in order to gain growth. So with that being said, without sounding too contradictive and totally throwing Matt under the bus, perhaps I could have said some things differently in a different tone. Lastly, my questions for Matt are: 1) How do you make a potential client feel as if you or your firm are not just after money? 2) How could you convince a potential client that you care about justice being served regardless of who your friends are at any District Attorney's office? 3) How can you make potential clients feel as if the relationship will be beneficial and advantageous for both parties? I ask those questions because, in my opinion, we live in a cynical and superficial world. I am not saying that you haven't had huge success because you clearly have but there is always room for Active Learning and Continuous Improvement etc.

Matt Swain

Replied last March 26, 2022

This person acted ridiculous from the beginning of our phone call, which was on a Sunday afternoon. I'm sorry that all the casinos in Southern Oklahoma banned you, but you dont have to be rude when an attorney doesnt want to talk to you all day on a Sunday. I could tell very early in the conversation that I didnt want to take your case based on your attitude. I'm sorry that you couldnt afford the fee that I quoted you. But this review is an outright lie from a crazy person

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

This guy was awful.

I had a felony case in Oklahoma back in 2012. The guy couldn't get an offer with the DA in my case. All that money, down the drain.

Matt Swain

Replied last March 26, 2022

This is a complete lie. No idea who this even is, but its not true

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Matt Swain's Lawyer Endorsements

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Taos Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is highly knowledgeable and a fierce advocate in the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Matt. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Pete Louden

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Walter Hnot,

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 07

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"Matt is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

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"Matt is an excellent attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to clients. I endorse him without reservation."

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Gregory Cade

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

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"Mr. Matt is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elton Jenkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had Mr. Swain as co-counsel at trial several times. He is extremely good at what he does. I have hired Mr. Swain as my attorney and was quite satisfied."

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Ricardo Vazquez

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

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"I endorse this lawyer. The credentials that this attorney has speaks for themselves."

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Susan Kassel

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a highly skilled criminal defense litigator. I endorse him!"

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Filipe Pedroso

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Keegan Harroz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ali Khalili

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lee Berlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an intelligent lawyer with great judgment, courtroom skill, integrity, and professionalism."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Swain Law Firm

Associations

2008 - Present

Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

member

2008 - Present

Cleveland County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trafficking Case in Canadian County Amended-Probation Given

probation

Rape case in Oklahoma County Dismissed

Dismissed

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Education

2009

University of Oklahoma

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Wake Forest University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

CCDLA

Changes in DUI Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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