Matthew Steven Schultz

Matthew Steven Schultz

4.7
Rating: 2.1

Licensed for 23 years

Family Lawyer at Tempe, AZ
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury

7540 S. Willow Dr, Tempe, AZ

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022
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About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 99%

Custody, parenting time, child support, paternity, high conflict and high asset cases, Orders of Protection, relocation, Hague Convention - international abduction, post decree modifications of custody, parenting time, support, and spousal maintenance.

24 years | 1,000 cases

99%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 23 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2002

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Location

Law Offices of Matthew S Schultz PC

7540 S. Willow Dr, Tempe, AZ, 85283-1512

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Matthew Steven Schultz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 26 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Hire Matt - He's an exceptional attorney!!

Matt was recommended by a friend after 2 other attorneys could not understand or appreciate the contentious, complicated nature of my Family Court case. For two years I battled my ex over her alcoholism, drug use and mental health issues - and the danger she repeatedly put our children in as a result.... I got nowhere. Then I hired Matt. He quickly understood this complicated case and put us on a new course, diligently getting past medical records, getting court ordered drug testing, and pursuing all avenues to both ensure the safety of my children and to develop the history needed to get me sole legal decision making over my children and supervised visits for my ex. He did this in less than one year after I hired him. My case is ongoing; my challenges seem daily - and Matt continues to be diligent in ensuring my children are protected. He has never wavered in his legal support and responsiveness. I highly recommend Matt.

Posted by AJ | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Contiguous battle with child education

Matt was amazing! We appreciated how quick he was to get us in for a consult. He's extremely educated on family law and was able to read and understand our parent agreement which was previously issued. He kept us informed throughout the whole process and made sure he was available 24 hours for any q...uestions or concerns we had. He follweded up promotly which was very reassuring. He was even able to get our court fees paid! I've already referred him to three coworkers and they loved how he consulted with them over the phone and provided advice that was helpful.

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

STAY AWAY

There is a reason why this attorney is suspended. I used him in 2013 to modify my current custody agreement. He was incredibly rude and annoyed by me. He acted like he didn't care what happened to my case. He lied to me about the court proceedings and what I was actually getting. I reported him to th...e BAR before he was suspended. He did not represent me like he was on my side. He spoke to opposing counsel as if he was annoyed with me. I called his office to have him withdraw from my case so another lawyer could take over and he hung up on me. I will never recommend him to anyone. If you want to lose your care, retain him.

Posted by Larraine | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Fantastic Divorce Attorney!!!

I have a special needs child and was very concerned about the divorce process and making sure I got primary custody of my child. Mr. Schultz came highly recommended for handling complex cases so I called him. He, rather than a secretary actually answered the phone and spoke with me right away about m...y case. He represented me through what turned out to be a nasty custody battle with my husband. Throughout the case, he was available and made me feel at ease. There was no doubt who was prepared. My husband and his attorney were shut down. Ultimately I got what I wanted including $1,600 per month child support award that continued PAST my child's 18th birthday. I would recommend Matt Schultz to anyone that needs an assertive divorce attorney that is very confident and knowledgeable in the area of family law.

Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

I won my case, I am telling you to stay away from this attorney

No thanks to Matt I did win my case. It would be hard to lose delivering a slam dunk to his desk against a deadbeat neglectful parent. I could have done better myself and saved the money. This guy is currently suspended and probably for good reason. This is one of many suspensions Mr Schultz was luck...y enough to obtain on a consistent basis. If you hire him i ask that you make him pay you, you paying him is a waste of time and money. Try him for personal injury maybe but when it comes to family law this is by far not your guy. His reviews prior to this are posted by friends i would take them with a grain of salt. Dont stoop to stupidity, Money can buy much better. Stay away from this guy.

Matthew Schultz

Replied last April 28, 2016

As the client stated, I won the case. And, if it was a slam dunk, then the client shouldn't have needed an attorney. Unfortunately, this is a false review that AVVO cannot independently verify actually comes from a client. The point is that I win cases and other attorneys post false reviews to detract others from hiring attorneys like me that win. I can give hundreds of names and cases numbers of clients that were overjoyed with what I was able to accomplish. The positive reviews below are all from clients and they are more than willing to discuss their case with you, which you can independently verify. What everyone should do is be careful about hiring anyone that AVVO says anything about - good or bad. AVVO is giving 10 ratings to brand new attorneys. Do you want an attorney who is fresh out of law school to argue your case?

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Matthew Steven Schultz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cheryl Faas

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Matt's current AVVO rating is not indicative of his excellence inside and outside of the courtroom. Nor does it reflect his dedication to his clients and his ability to take on tough cases that other attorneys have passed on and then receive favorable results. Matt's 20+ client reviews speak for themselves. I have opposed Matt in several cases and each time he has left no stone unturned, meticulously attended to every detail and presented his case with the talent and skill that most other lawyers wish they had."

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Brad Reinhart

Family lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had cases against Matt. When I needed a family lawyer, I hired Matt. He's incredible in the courtroom and cares about what his clients are going through."

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Jami Wilenchik

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"While Matt is a well versed adversary in the courtroom, he is also easy to get along with outside the courtroom, which goes a long way to settling matters. I enjoy working with Matt even if he is an opposing counsel!"

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Taylor House

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Friend

"Matt is a top-notch attorney and I have the utmost respect for his skills in and out of the courtroom. As his clients can attest, Matt is knowledgeable, aggressive when necessary, and one of very few attorneys I recommend if a client is facing a difficult case in family court."

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Jeffrey Zurbriggen

Family lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I am Jeff Zurbriggen. I have known Matt for about 7 years. We usually work on cases opposing one another. Matt is a great lawyer. He is responsive to client needs. Matt is very smart. He is organized and well prepared. Matt is confident in court, well respected by the bench and staff, and speaks very well. He will aggressively pursue your case. I highly recommend Matt."

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Experience

Rating:  2.1 (Strong Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.

Reprimand issued in AZ, 2022

updated on 03/30/2023

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Probation issued in AZ, 2016

updated on 05/13/2016

Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Suspension issued in AZ, 2014

updated on 07/15/2014

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Probation issued in AZ, 2012

updated on 11/05/2013

Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Suspension issued in AZ, 2011

updated on 01/13/2013

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Offices of Matthew S. Schultz, P.C.

2005 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Udall Shumway & Lyons

2003 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Levebaum & Cohen

Associations

2006 - Present

West Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2002 - Present

State Bar of Arizona, Family Law Section

Member

2002 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2002

University of Washington

LL.M - Master of Laws

2001

Arizona State University

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Arizona State University

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1995

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1995

Arizona State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Junior Achievement Life Skills

Languages

Russian

Activity

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