Matthew Arthur Rinaldi

Matthew Arthur Rinaldi

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Torrance, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement ... +4 more

1405 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Don't let the percentages confuse you, my whole practice is criminal defense. I handle every kind of misdemeanor and felony case from arrest stage all the way through trial. I specialize in handling cases for veterans.

14 years | 1,000 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 15%

I work with both the criminal side and the administrative law side of DUI defense. I handle both misdemeanor and felony level cases. I can defend you in DMV proceedings. I'm a member of the California DUI lawyers Association.

14 years | 500 cases

15%
Domestic Violence 15%

Experience with criminal defense of domestic violence allegations on both misdemeanor and felony levels, including criminal trial representation.

14 years | 100 cases

15%
Expungement 15%

I perform etensive work with post-conviction relief including expungements, motions to vacate judgement for immigration consequences, motions to strike PC 290 registration requirement, and motions to seal and destroy arrest records.

12 years | 250 cases

15%
Juvenile Law 10%

I have strong experience with juvenile defense proceedings, from arrest stage through juvenile trial representation. I have successfully handled hearings and trials for all manner of allegations from underage drinking to murder.

12 years | 25 cases

10%
Sex Crime 10%

I work to ensure an unfounded allegation doesn't end up placing my clients on the sex offender registry for the rest of their lives.

14 years | 50 cases

10%
Violent Crime 10%

I work to make sure every angle is explored in a violent crime defense, especially the common situations of self-defense.

14 years | 250 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 11 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

Active

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Location

McGregor Law Corp.

1405 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA, 90501

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Matthew Arthur Rinaldi's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by ED | February 20, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Very helpful and knowledgeable

I recently had the pleasure to work with McGregor Law firm. I talked to Matt Rinaldi, I found him to be extremely knowledgeable, professional and courteous. He helped me with a civil compromise case. Most surprisingly, which I don’t find with other layers, he was very patient and spent much longer t...han most on the initial courtesy consultation. I would personally recommend him to my friends and family.

Posted by Savannah | January 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Could not ask for a better outcome!

I am so lucky to have been referred to the office of McGregor & Ernenwein. Mr. Rinaldi took over my case and shocked me with the outcome! I went into court thinking that my two felonies were dismissed and I was going to be charged with a misdemeanor, because I did what was asked of me from the court:... community labor and drug classes, which involved staying clean and making sure I did not get in any more trouble. When Matthew Rinaldi met me in court that day, he told me he was going to try and get my misdemeanor dismissed, leaving me with a clean record! He came through, and I could not be more ecstatic with the work my attorneys put into my case. They made it possible for a true second chance. Thank you Mr. Rinaldi!

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Could not have asked for more.

Matthew Rinaldi represented me for a recent DUI case and, against difficult circumstances, he got it reduced to a Reckless Driving. Throughout this entire year he has been incredibly professional, responsive and flexible depending on what I needed at the time whether it be legal advice, court represe...ntation or generally useful advice to save time and money. On the more personal side - Matt is a very friendly and trustworthy guy. I enjoyed all of my interactions with him and felt very much at ease throughout this whole ordeal knowing he was representing me. Highly recommend anyone considering hiring him to give him a visit/call and see what I mean!

Posted by Vince | August 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommend!

I was privileged to have Matt Rinaldi work on my case and I highly recommend him. He is very knowledgeable and effective. Most importantly, you can trust him. He will advise you honestly on all your options, what's best for your case and will not pressure you. He is patient and will answer all yo...ur questions. He is extremely intelligent, skilled, and an incredible strategist. He is very passionate about his work and truly cares about his clients. Matt also has excellent peoples skills and a great rapport within the legal community which is important so the prosecution will consider offering a favorable plea deal. He got a great deal for me so I could avoid jail and avoid going to trial. He got the most severe charge dismissed and greatly reduced the court fees and community service hours also! When I was charged, I felt like I was under attack by the PD, prosecution, and city. With Matt Rinaldi I finally felt confident again having such a skilled and caring attorney on my side working for me.

Posted by Michael | April 29, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Representation

I recently retained Matthew Rinaldi of McGregor & Ernenwein to handle a legal matter. Although I had not been charged with a crime, I felt the need to consult a professional. To say the least I was confused and just could not handle the situation. Right away Matthew began walking me through what m...y rights were and what to potentially expect. Although I was still unsure of what was to come, I knew I had Matthew Rinaldi of McGregor & Erneinwein on my side.

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Matthew Olsman

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt Is a fantastic attorney with a deeply held sense of fairness and justice. Though we began as friends in law school, Matt has become a colleague I can consistently rely on for advice. I have referred several friends and clients to him, and I have heard nothing but positive reviews. If you or a loved one finds themselves in trouble with the law, Matt will fight for you and give you the best possible chance of a positive outcome."

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Alexandra Markus

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Rinaldi's heart, passion and intelligence shines in every thing he touches. In each case, he is professional with everyone involved. However, Mr. Rinaldi knows how to fight, if needed. Proud to know him as a colleague."

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Matthew Ruff

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matthew is a fighter for his clients, he is very tenacious and well respected in the legal community"

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Anthony Falangetti

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is an exceptional lawyer with a growing reputation in the South Bay. He is on the cutting edge of criminal defense.I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Stone

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a knowledgable and effective attorney. He cares about his clients and is very professional. Matt believes each client deserves their constitutional due process. I endorse this lawyer."

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Celia Cho

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matthew Rinaldi is sharp and has sound professional judgment."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

CALI award for Academic Excellence in Legal Issues in Terrorism, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

2009

Award for Dedication to Studies Beyond the Call of Duty, San Francisco State University Department of Criminal Justice Studies

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Partner, McGregor Law Corp.

2022 - 2022

Criminal Procedure Lecturer, San Francisco State University

2014 - 2017

Associate Attorney, McGregor & Ernenwein

2013 - 2013

Senior Intern, San Francisco Public Defender's Office

2012 - 2012

Intern, San Francisco Public Defender's Office

Associations

2018 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Pacific Juvenile Defender Center

Member

2015 - Present

Hon. Benjamin Aranda, III American Inn Of Court

Member

2015 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. H. B. (out of respect for my client, I will not disclose his name or case number)

Case settled for drunk in public and improper lane change

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Education

2013

University of San Francisco School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

San Francisco State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2009

San Francisco State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

South Bay Inns of Court Presentation

SMOOTH SAILING: TRANSITIONING OUT OF THE PRACTICE OF LAW

2021

Hon. Benjamin Aranda, III American Inn Of Court

"No Facts? No Law? No Problem? Attorneys and Frivolous Cases or Defenses".

2019

Hon. Benjamin Aranda, III American Inn Of Court

The Life and Death of Stanley "Tookie" Williams

2018

Hon. Benjamin Aranda, III American Inn Of Court

License to Print - Are 3D Printed Guns Legal?

Languages

English

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