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Matthew Arthur Rinaldi
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Biography
I started out working as an intern in the San Francisco Office of the Public Defender for a year and a half, handling misdemeanors, while attending law school. After graduating from law school I moved to Los Angeles and started clerking at a private criminal defense law firm. Upon passing the California BAR I began practicing criminal defense.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
14 years | 1,000 cases
DUI and DWI
15%
14 years | 500 cases
Domestic Violence
15%
14 years | 100 cases
Expungement
15%
12 years | 250 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 11 years
State: California
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
McGregor Law Corp.
1405 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA, 90501
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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...
Matthew Arthur Rinaldi's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"Matthew is a fighter for his clients, he is very tenacious and well respected in the legal 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."
"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."
"Matthew Rinaldi is sharp and has sound professional judgment."
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Experience
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 AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Pacific Juvenile Defender CenterMember
2015 - Present
Hon. Benjamin Aranda, III American Inn Of CourtMember
2015 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
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
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
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
Can you get pulled over for JUST window tint in the front windows?
20 Dec 2018
Q&A
How to Remove Online Criminal Record from Proprietary Databases After Expungement?
10 Oct 2018
Q&A
Can I still be charged with a PC 261.5(c) if the activity took place 4 years ago?
28 Sep 2018