Matthew Powell Fletcher

Matthew Powell Fletcher

4.5
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Long Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Violent Crime, Federal Crime

235 East Broadway Avenue., Suite. #224, Long Beach, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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About Matthew

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I handle all levels of criminal defense cases; except death penalty cases. We are very, very good at what we do. Especially if the client is actually innocent. I DO NOT HANDLE DIVORCE OR FAMILY LAW CASES!

50%
Personal Injury 20%

We handle a limited number of personal injury cases. Generally the P.I. cases we handle are associated with or spring from our firm's criminal clients or their felony cases.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1997

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Law Office of Matthew Fletcher

235 East Broadway Avenue., Suite. #224, Long Beach, CA, 90802

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Matthew Powell Fletcher's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ellena minton | April 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing is the only word to describe Mathew!

He took my case and was honest about the process. He is smart, confident and a very good lawyer. I have no regrets. I would hire him again in a second. He knows what he is doing. He fights for his clients 100 percent. He’s accessible to family. And explains everything. He is an all around a good guy,... and great in his field.

Posted by Stephanie | July 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

#1 attorney in California!

I hired Matthew after being accused of a crime I did not commit. He showed up to court and did not back down until he proved my innocence. Throughout my case, he reassured me and kept me updated of the progress and of his research. Matthew is such a nice man, but once he steps into a court room, he's... there to fight for his client aggressively, and lays the law down. He does his job very very well and does not show any sign of intimidation. I would hire Matthew again if necessary, and I would 100000% recommend Matthew to anyone. If you want an honest attorney, that believes in you and will fight for you until the end Matthew is the attorney for you!

Posted by Claudia | July 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

By far the BEST attorney!

My husband was facing a life sentence for a crime that he did not commit. Mr. Fletcher is amazing in the courtroom. He fought aggressively and diligently for us. He was confident from day one that this would be something he could beat, even when our family had discouraging moments, he always remained... positive , confident and focused. We are happy with the outcome and would definitely recommend this fine attorney! Thank you Mr. Fletcher!

Posted by Richard | September 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Criminal Defense Attorney

Fletcher saved me from spending the rest of my natural life in jail. Thanks to his dedication and hard work I made it home on a murder case. I now have a wife and kids and was able to start a business of my own. Thanks Matt for the second chance my boy and am always grateful.

Posted by Kathleen | February 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Wrong Place At The Wrong Time - One Happy Momma

Attorney Fletcher saved my son from being incarcerated for something he didn't do. My son was identified by the victim, officers came to my home and took him into custody for assault. Attorney Fletcher proved my son was in fact purchasing tacos at a taco truck and was at the wrong place at the wrong ...time. The criminals were found and my son was released thanks to our attorney!!! I highly recommend Attorney Fletcher to anyone in need of a professional. He will seek until he finds a way to prove your innocence. He was honest and stuck by his word, the cost was the same since beginning to end and there were no hidden surprises!!!

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Disbarment issued in CA, 2023

updated on 09/15/2023

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Interim suspension after conviction issued in CA, 2022

updated on 10/26/2022

This means the attorney temporarily lost his or her license to practice law while the State investigates whether the attorney should be disciplined. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2006

updated on 02/07/2010

A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.

Honors

2018

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Mioses Arreola

Dismissed

People v. Antonio Santos

Plead Nolo Contendere to one Count of PC 30605 (A) and given probation.

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Education

1996

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

California State University, Dominguez Hills

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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