Matthew Patrick Horak
also known as Matt Horak
About Matthew
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Take a look at our reviews. Take a look at our results. If you're in hot water, don't you want a Board Certified Specialist?
Call Horak Law if you need a fighter. If the prosecutor doesn't think your lawyer will fight, you're wasting your money.
As soon as you've been arrested, your charge is public record. Anyone can find it; even if you haven't been convicted. You're going to be digging yourself out of a difficult and terrible hole right from the beginning.
There is absolutely no one on your side in the criminal justice system EXCEPT your lawyer.
The cops, the prosecutors, district attorneys, judges, probation officers, you name it, they DON'T CARE about your family, your job, or your future.
For 17 years, Matt has dealt with every type of prosecutor and judge that you can imagine, he knows how to protect you. Over and over again, he has found a ways to help people, to expose the truth, and to make things right.
We win at trial and we get case after case dismissed because we put in the effort.
If you have recently been accused of a crime in the Houston area or know someone else who has and would like to schedule a free consultation with Houston criminal defense attorney Matt Horak, call. He will represent you and get you moving past these charges as quickly as possible. It's Matt's mission to get Houstonians accused of crimes a fair fight, and he will be your legal advocate in a system designed for profiting police. Contact us today to begin building your case with the help of Horak Law.
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Licensed in Texas for 22 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2003
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25911 Oak Ridge Dr., The Woodlands, TX, 77380
Horak Law
5300 Memorial Dr #750 A, Houston, TX, 77007
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Matthew Patrick Horak's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 29 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Brooke | June 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
A God Send
I could spend hours talking about how incredible Matt Horak and his team are. From my very first phone call with Matt, I knew I was in the best hands. He was on top of everything—and I mean everything—right down to filing notices with the court just to inform them of his brief vacation. We were up...
Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
God Send for Me !!!
Mr. Horak offered utmost professionalism and care while having Felony charges against me dismissed. My case was an emotionally exhausting case with too many complexities involved but Mr. Horak strategic thinking helped me achieve a favorable outcome. The paralegal staff was also courteous and pro...
Posted by Nicolas | December 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Best lawyer in the USA
I hire him because I was accuse of something I didn’t do , after almost 2 years the case was finally dismissed. It Worth the wait of every minute of the 19 month and 30 days. I can start my new life and see my little princess again . Thank you Matthew
Posted by Aurora G | June 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Case dismissed
I met Matt horak when I had the worst nightmare I could ever imagine,I was arrested and charged for family assault, I was in the middle of an immigration process and those charges could affect my case.since the moment I speak to Matt he told me that he would do his best to get those charges dismissed...
Posted by Toni | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Top Notch
I have been very impressed with Horak Law. They are all very professional and provided excellent service. I really appreciated that Matt Horak personally appeared on my behalf at every hearing. I would highly recommend Matt to anyone and everyone looking for a cri minal attorney. Thanks to his expert...
Matthew Patrick Horak's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked with Matt on a few cases when I was a prosecutor. He is always fights hard for his clients!"
"Matt is an outstanding lawyer. Extremely knowledgeable and experienced, he is a credit to the profession. Matt really bleeds for his clients and goes above and beyond the requirements of his job to exceed his client's expectations. I highly endorse Matt!"
"I endorse this lawyer. If you spend anytime at the criminal courthouse you learn which lawyers are fighters and which ones take the money, cut a deal and scram. Matt is a fighter. He is a lawyer who will stand up for his client and will go the great lengths to get the desired result. He is a credit to the defense bar and the real deal."
"Matt and I recently represented a client in an high stakes criminal jury trial involving complex legal issues and facts. His level of preparation and courtroom demeanor were excellent despite the subject matter and obstacles we faced at every turn. I would recommend him without hesitation. I have also represented co-defendants with him previously and he always is a powerful advocate for his clients."
"Matt is a fantastic lawyer. Strong advocate for his clients and has great relationships with the prosecutors. You can't go wrong hiring him for any criminal case."
"Matt is an excellent defense attorney and was fair minded as a prosecutor. I also worked with him at the Trial Lawyers College, and he has even taken time out of his busy schedule to help other lawyers prepare their cases. He fights for his clients. Any one would be fortunate to have him as their defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt Horak is a strong advocate for his clients. I have used Matt on co-defendant cases, because I knew the client would be well represented. As a former prosecutor, Matt is very comfortable in a courtroom and in front of a jury."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an aggressive and smart lawyer. Through his hard work we were able to get a conviction set aside in Montgomery county."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Matt Horak for all criminal defense matters. Having worked both with Matt Horak and against him, I can vouch for his hard work and attention to detail, not to mention his great advocacy skills in the courtroom. As a prosecutor, I knew that Matt Horak would identify and exploit any weakness in my case. Now that I am also a criminal defense attorney and we have worked together on several cases, I have seen first-hand the level of preparation and investigation that Matt devotes to each of his cases. Anyone who hires Matt Horak is lucky to have such a strong advocate in their corner."
"I've known Matt for many years and know how dedicated he is to his clients and ensuring they are represented zealously and aggressively. He brings his experience as a former prosecutor to his practice, thus giving his clients the benefit of how the opposing side is approaching their case."
"Matt is an outstanding attorney who brings an experienced eye to evaluating every aspect of his clients' cases. He is dedicated to "fighting the good fight" and ensuring his clients' rights are protected."
"I have watched Matt in court and discussed many matter related to criminal and DWI/DUI law; I assure you he has a grasp of the law way beyond his years. But Matt brings more than knowledge to the table, in the end I believe it is his great personality that allows him to walk around the court, both in negotiations and trial like he owns the place. If you hired Matt rest easy you are in good hands!"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Matt cares about his clients and it shows in his work. He is a hard working lawyer who doesnt stop working on his clients' cases until there is nothing left that can be done."
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Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2015
Graduate of Jerry Spence's Trial Lawyer College, Trial Lawyer College
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Owner, Matt Horak Attorney at Law
2003 - 2006
Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2010 - Present
Montgomery County Criminal Defense Lawyer's AssociationChair, Legislative Committee
2006 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Houston Northwest Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Dismissed
Dismissed
Education
2003
JD
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides