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 11 - 15 of 26 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jenn | May 11, 2015 | Family

During a 2yr Court Battle, Kept My Ex Away From me and my Child As Well as Could be Expected in a Broken System

Two year legal battle that was ridiculous and malicious from the start simply because my ex felt he should never have to pay a single dime in support. Matthew was very busy but I think that shows how many clients were depending on him. He went out of his way to make things a little easier for me as I... am not well. JUST an FYI...I think the reason he has the warning next to his profile ... while probably valid under Bar Assoc Rules .... IS A BUNCH OF SILLY NONSENSE! Unless you know why it is there, don't judge performance by a one liner on a web page.

Posted by patp90 | November 24, 2014 | Child Custody

Very good attorney!

He helped us to get custody of my step-daughter, efficiently and directly. My husband raved about how he kept the judge and his ex to the facts. Will definitely use him again if the need arises......

Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2014 | Child Custody

Excellent attourney!

I hired Matthew Schultz to represent me in a difficult child custody case. He was aggressive and fought for me. He made the father's issues known to the court and the outcome was the best situation for our child. This was a very stressful time for me and I was able to trust that he would get the job ...done. I would most definitely recommend him and I have.

Posted by Nancy | September 17, 2014 | Child Custody

BEST ATTORNEY in AZ.....Professional, Child Advocate, Educated, Family Law Experienced and most of all trusted!

I was referred to Matthew S. Schultz by another attorney that didn't think he could give me the results that I needed due to the complexity of the case. The attorney that I went to for my free consultation was honest and explained to me I had a High Conflict Child Custody case with all my evidence ...and documentation and knew I needed a good reliable attorney . He had explained to me that I needed an Aggressive Attorney that understands Family Law 110% and that can show the details of the case and expose the father to the judge with all the facts/evidence I had collected and saved for quite some time. There was a soft transfer via telephone consultation between the attorney I was talking to and Matthew S. Schultz and it went surprisingly well and I met with Matt on the following Monday. When I met with Matthew he was professional and had a great personality and didn't sugar coat anything he was honest whether it was what I wanted to hear or not. He understood what steps were needed and provided me hope and reassurance. Matt had my 2 year old son’s best interest at hand and that was calming to know. Matt was very easy to reach whether night or day via Telephone, email and or text. Matt put my mind at ease with his knowledge and ability to handle my case. Family court cases are very tough and exhausting and very emotional, but Matt made me feel confident, organized and I was able to trust him. When I confronted Matthew about his poor results he gave me a website to review the issues and for me to make the best decision for me and my family. He was honest and straight forward. Any doubt I had from this website before hiring him was thrown out the window. Matt is experienced, friendly, trusted and most of all on point. He never ever missed a file date and always kept all parties in constant communication even when the Father(Opposing side) was verbally abusive to my attorney, psychologists and me. Matt always maintained control and confidence and guided me the best way he could. He dealt with a lot in my case and was always professional and stuck to the facts at hand and provided me excellent legal advice. I've worked with Matt from May 2013 to August 2014 and he will forever be my attorney to represent me and my son in the court room. I have referred another client to Matthew S. Schultz in another High Conflict Child Custody Case and I will continue to refer him to others in the future as needs arise. My Parents have all had attorneys in their lives and they both expressed that Matthew S. Schultz did an amazing job bringing my case to the forefront and exposing the fathers issues and protecting my son. They both are also very pleased with Matthew’s professional conduct, dedication, communication and courtroom appearance. Any negativity about this attorney that you may read is completely unwarranted so don’t let that affect your decision..HIRE HIM! This attorney is amazing and a true fighter and will give his all to best represent you and your family. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND MATTHEW S. SCHULTZ he will continue to be my Family Attorney for many years to come. The results were outstanding and way better than expected!!!

Posted by Tim | May 26, 2014 | Child Custody

This is your Go to attorney

Matt had been my attorney for many, many years due to a very difficult child custody case that my previous attorney had created. I am writing to say the rating of 1 - Extreme Caution is unwarranted at this time and I feel as a past client who Matt did wonders for and the many others clients too... that AVVO need to reevaluate his rating. Thank you.

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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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