Matthew Laird Finch

Matthew Laird Finch

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 26 years

Education Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Education, Criminal Defense, Child Abuse ... +3 more

1515 N. St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX

About Matthew

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-300 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices Of Matthew L Finch Pc

1515 N. St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX, 78215

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Matthew Laird Finch's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
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Posted by Tony | July 19, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

5 star lawyer

Highly recommended for anyone in a bind or has got in some kind of legal trouble. Was blessed to have him as my court appointed lawyer and am grateful for all he has done for me.

Posted by Harry | August 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Lawyer!!!

My wife and I hired Mr. Finch to probate my father's estate, which was quite complex. He learned every nuance with the precision of an engineer, and we were thankful he did because he saved us thousands in unnecessary tax debts! His services were reasonably priced, he was always accessible, and he d...id an outstanding job. We couldn't ask for anything more!

Posted by Ralph | October 6, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Good lawyer very well prepared.

Mr. Finch was assigned to me as a court appointed. He showed up to speak with me pretty fast. He knew his stuff and what he was talking about. In court he was very prepared showed me all the evidence they had and helped me make a good choice in sentence I received. I recommend him. I told him I would... write him a good review and I'm keeping my word. I didn't expect to get so much out of a lawyer appointed to me but he was very professional and did an awesome job.

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2015

excellent Juvenile Attorney

Mr. Finch worked hard to keep my daughter out of the Juvenile Detention Center. He worked on my daughter's case with efficiency and diligent. I was able to communicate with him often, and he was very reassuring. I would recommend him to anyone in my situation. Mr. Finch was able to keep my child fro...m being placed into the Detention center. I was very pleased with his knowledge of the law, and the fact that HE ALWAYS kept me informed! Thank you, Mr. Finch!

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Matthew Laird Finch's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brent Hardy

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matthew Finch is an asset to the San Antonio legal community. As an attorney, he is viewed by his peers to set the standard by which others are measured. As an individual, he has a reputation for honesty and integrity, with a character beyond reproach. It is a privilege to endorse him."

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Marco Cepeda

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Finch is very thorough and fights aggressively for his clients. He is very thoughtful and diligent"

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Robert Wilson

Child abuse lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Finch is an outstanding attorney and represents his clients with zeal. His in court skills are second to none and his knowledge of his clients case and the law gives his clients the edge they need in their case."

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Daniel Mehler

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. finch is one of the most prepared trial lawyers I've worked with. His diligent preparation pays off when he gets to trial. He is the go to guy for juvenile and education cases."

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Jonathan Moroz

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carmine Giardino

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Awesome lawyer!"

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Todd Lessert

Education lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Finch is THE go-to professional in Texas for special needs children that are not being properly cared for by their schools under the law. I have witnessed his considerable knowledge of the field, his tenacity in his representation and his professionalism with his clients. His ability to represent juveniles in trouble with the law is equally exceptional. If you are a parent, guardian or friend seeking counsel for issues such as these with a minor, I highly recommend you contact this gentleman."

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Marco Cepeda

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Wilson

Family lawyer

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Joseph Hoelscher

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine

2016

Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine

Work Experience

2002 - Present

President, The Law Offices of Matthew L. Finch, PC

2001 - 2002

associate, Heinrichs and DeGennaro, PC

Associations

State Bar of Texas

Member

San Antonio Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Current Co-Vice President

San Antonio Estate Planners Council

Member

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates

Member

College of the State Bar of Texas

member

State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section

member

State Bar of Texas, Juvenile Law Section

member

State Bar of Texas, School Law Section

member

Education

1999

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Baylor University

B.B.A.,

N/A

Baylor University

B.B.A

Speaking Engagements

2016

Extreme Family Law Makeover XIV

School Law-Bringing the School Bus to the Race

2014

State Conference

A Layman's Guide to your Child's Rights at an ARD meeting

2014

CASA monthly meeting, San Antonio

Top 10 Tips for Parents and Advocates

2012

TAPPestry Conference

An Overview of Guardianships as Chidren Transition into Adulthood and out of the School System

2007

13th Annual Bexar County Children's Court Ad Litem Training Seminaor

Assessing the Special Education Needs of Children in CPS Custody

Languages

Spanish

English

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