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Matthew G. Nielsen
About Matthew
Biography
As a former prosecutor and public defender I have the experience that is needed to help you in your defense. I have worked both sides of more criminal defense cases than I can remember. I have had a case just like yours before and know how the case will go. I can give you the advice you need for the best resolution. Also, if you will be best served by a public defender I will tell you that.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-450 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Utah for 30 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 1995
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017
Location
Matthew G. Nielsen Attorney at Law, PLL
136 S Main Street, Suite 210, Salt Lake CIty, UT, 84101
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Matthew G. Nielsen's Reviews
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Posted by Steve Smith | March 10, 2012 | Criminal Defense
got me acquitted!
Another attorney had messed my case up and I was lost. I retained Matt when I was referred by another attorney. He was always available or returned my calls and his office staff was very helpful. Besides that he got the charges dismissed because the Police mishandled the arrest.
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2012
Client Beware!
When the attorney I retained was appointed to SLDA office I was unknowlingly handed to this attorney. The experience was horrible and I ended up retaining a more experienced and more moral attorney to resolve my case. Before hiring this guy I recommend checking into his Utah Bar reprimands, you'll be...
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.
Disbarment issued in UT, 2017
updated on 01/26/2018This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Utah Bar Association to understand the reasons for this disbarment.
Interim Suspension issued in UT, 2015
updated on 08/06/2015Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Honors
2007
Prosecutor of the Year, Salt Lake District Attorney
2005
Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, Matthew G. Nielsen, Attorney at Law, PLLC
2008 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Cohne Rappaport & Segal
1999 - 2007
Assitant District Attorney, Salt Lake District Attorney
1995 - 1999
Assistant Legal Defender, Legal Defenders
Associations
Salt Lake County Bar Association
Utah Defense Lawyers Association
Education
1995
Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Meth Initiative
Protecting children from Meth labs
Languages
English