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Matthew S. Gipson is a seasoned legal professional with over 10 years of experience and a founding partner of Williams & Gipson Law Firm in Decatur, Texas. Together with his partner, Steven M. Williams, who brings a distinguished career spanning 45 years, the firm offers a legacy of combined legal expertise exceeding 55 years.
Mr. Gipson's legal journey began in Oregon, where he made a name for himself as a trial lawyer. His experience as a prosecutor at the Marion County District Attorney's Office provided him with a deep understanding of the criminal justice system, which he later leveraged as a defense attorney and partner at a prominent Salem, Oregon law firm, Ferder Casebeer, LLP. This role solidified his reputation as a formidable courtroom advocate, having represented clients in over 24 counties and gaining invaluable trial experience in over 50 criminal jury trials. Mr. Gipson was the lead attorney on a Portland, OR, murder case whcih was eventually dropped to Criminally Negligent Homicide, and his jury trial experience involves cases of DWI and domestic violence to sexual assault and manslaughter.
Returning to his home state of Texas, Mr. Gipson established Williams & Gipson Law Firm alongside his partner, Steven M. Williams. The firm offers comprehensive legal counsel, specializing in criminal defense, divorce, child custody, and personal injury law. Their combined decades of experience allows them to provide aggressive and compassionate representation to clients facing complex legal challenges.
Mr. Gipson’s dedication to his clients is reflected in his numerous awards and recognitions. His ability to combine legal acumen with a deep understanding of human complexities has earned him a reputation as a trusted and effective advocate. Although Mr. Gipson is passionate and takes pride in representing individuals whose lives and livelihood are at stake, the extensive knowledge and insight into the criminal justice system he gained as a prosecutor has played a tremendous role in his success as a defender of individual liberty.
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Chat withState: Texas
Acquired: 2024
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State: Oregon
Acquired: 2015
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405 W. Walnut, Decatur, TX, 76234
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Posted by Josh | January 9, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Spent two months straight trying to get a local firm to take on my little dog bite case, with no luck. No one wanted to take it on because of the low money and possibly little profit. Right when I gave up, a childhood friend of mine happened to move back to Texas and begin a practice… he told me not ...
Posted by Mindy | June 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney
While searching for an attorney, there were so many out there who seemed as if they couldn’t care less about you, and just wanted your money. It was unsettling. Finding Matt was a true God send. He truly cares for his clients and went absolutely above and beyond. He will go toe to toe with the prosec...
Posted by Shane | June 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I would recommend Matt Gipson to anyone in need of an amazing lawyer and person. If your looking for a lawyer to help you through a difficult time in your life, I would personally refer Matt and no one other that Matt.
Posted by Matt | June 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Gibson was an absolute lifesaver. From the moment of our consultation I immediately knew that he was a good honest hardworking intelligent attorney. I’ve never seen anyone work so diligently and move mountains for me but I have now. Great attorney and a good man. ZERO complains.
Posted by Sara | May 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
When I got into some trouble and needed a really good lawyer, Matthew Gipson was definitely that guy. He got the best outcome that I could have wanted. I definitely recommend him for anything you might need!
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gipson is professional, experienced, and hard working. I have had the pleasure of collaborating with him on a criminal matter with immigration consequences and he took action right away. The work he completed on his end helped me produce extremely favorable results for the work I had to do on my end. Excellent attorney!"
Immigration lawyer
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2020
Top 40 Under 40, American Academy of Attorneys
2020
Top 40 Under 40, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney in Oregon, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award, Willamette University College of Law
2015
Selected as a National Member of the Order of Barristers, The Order of Barristers
2024 - Present
Owner/Managing Partner, Williams & Gipson Law
2019 - 2024
Partner, Ferder Casebeer, LLP
2015 - 2018
Deputy District Attorney, Marion County District Attorney's Office
2025 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2024 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2019 - Present
United States District Court for the District of Oregon
2019 - 2024
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2017 - 2018
National District Attorneys Association
2015 - 2024
Marion County Bar Association
2015 - 2018
Oregon District Attorneys Association
2015 - 2024
Oregon State Bar
2015
JD - Juris Doctor, Dispute Resolution Certificate