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Matthew Aaron Lopas
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Biography
My representation is client centered; focused solely on achieving the best outcome for each particular client. I work efficiently and aggressively to achieve each clients' unique and tailored goals. I have negotiated thousands of pre-trial litigation resolutions and proven myself to be a zeolous advocate in Preliminary hearing, Court Trial, Jury Trial, and post-conviction litigation.
I am well respected in the legal community by judges, prosecutors and colleagues for his tireless championing of each client's right to fair, compassionate, and effective advocacy throughout all stages of the criminal proceeding.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
21 years | 1,500 cases
Violent Crime
25%
17 years | 500 cases
DUI and DWI
10%
21 years | 200 cases
Expungement
10%
17 years | 10 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
LOPAS LAW
450 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA, 92081
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Robert | March 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Strongly Recommend
Could not be happier with the outcome of my case. Response time was always excellent throughout the entire case, and every step along the way was handled with impressive expertise and professionalism. Strongly recommend and although I hope to never have the need would hire their services again.
Posted by Roman | June 10, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Fantastic Lawyer
In 2016 I was arrested for felony assault at the age of 19. I was financially unable to hire a private attorney at the time so Mr. Lopas was my appointed public defender, although he was not my attorney at the beginning of my case due to my previous public defender going on maternity leave. What was ...
Posted by Michael | May 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Never discussed any defense
never spoke a word in my defense refused my witnesses (7) made arrangements to meet and did not show nor contact me to let me know or reschedule Did not attempt to find any evidence in my defense. Acknowledged awareness of prosecutions dishonesty in brief for indictment
Matthew Aaron Lopas's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt and I used to work together many years ago. He is a great attorney, and any client would be lucky to have him on their side. He is smart and hard-working, and he thinks outside the box."
"Mr. Lopas strives to provide excellent and aggressive representation for all of his clients. His clients are well served by his dedication and talent in the courtroom."
"Matt is diligent and will work hard for clients in and out of the courtroom. He is creative with defenses and truly cares about his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Matthew for years both professionally and personally. I consider him to be a very knowledgeable, ethical, and professional attorney."
"Whenever I have a criminal law question, Matt is my first call. I would, and have, gladly recommended Matt to my clients with criminal questions or a need for representation."
"Mr. Lopas is an excellent lawyer whom I knew from his time in the Sacramento County Public Defenders Office. He is extremely hardworking, diligent, knowledgeable and a fierce advocate for his clients. He knows the law and as an attorney in the PD's office, he handled all types of criminal matters from low level misdemeanors to serious felonies. I whole heartedly recommend him."
"Matt and I worked together for several years as public defenders. Matt was always thorough, knowledgeable, and dedicated to his work."
"Matthew is an exceptional attorney. He’s very skilled in all areas of criminal defense and highly respected amongst his peers. Matthew is also a great trial attorney who has achieved positive results in some of the most complex and difficult cases. I give him my highest endorsement and recommendation."
"Matthew Lopas is an exceptionally knowledgeable and effective advocate. We worked together for many years in a pressure filled high volume practice and Matthew was always able to handle the complexities of his cases and craft the best strategies possible and advocate for his clients in a way that ensured they received the best result possible. He has my highest recommendation."
"Mr. Lopas is an experienced and highly effective criminal defense attorney. He has excelled in all areas of his practice from negotiating advantageous plea bargains for his clients to prevailing at jury trial. He has represented clients in the most serious cases and achieved great success. Mr. Lopas is held in the highest regard in the legal communities of Northern California. It was a loss to the Northern California defense bar when he relocated his practice to San Diego."
"Matt and I worked on a case together. He was knowledgeable, and an excellent advocate for his client. The charges ended up being reduced due to Matt’s hard work."
"I give my best endorsement to Matthew Lopas as he is intelligent, proficient and well practiced."
Joseph Farina
Sex crime lawyer
Deanna Lopas
Criminal defense lawyer
John Casey
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Justia Lawyer Top Rating, Justia Lawyers
2019
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2006
Roger J. Traynor Honor Society, Scholastic Honor Organization, McGeorge School of Law
2006
Dean's Honor List, McGeorge School of Law
2006
Emil Gumpert Trial Advocacy Award, Second Honors, McGeorge School of Law
2006
Managing Editor, McGeorge Law Review, McGeorge School of Law
2005
Witkin Award - Expert & Scientific Evidence - Top Mark, McGeorge School of Law
2005
Dean's Honor List, McGeorge School Of Law
2005
Comment Staff, McGeorge Law Review, McGeorge School of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Managing Partner, LOPAS LAW
2019 - Present
Appellate Panel Attorney, Appellate Defenders, Inc.
2019 - Present
Appellate Panel Attorney, Central California Appellate Project
2005 - 2019
Attorney, Office of the Public Defender, Sacramento County
2004 - 2005
Research, California District Attorneys Association
Associations
2006 - Present
State Bar of California
Sample of Legal Cases
Evidence Suppression
Assault rifle suppressed and case dismissed
Failure to register as Sex Offender
Verdict overturned on appeal based on argument at trial
Miranda Violation
Appellate Court overturned conviction and remanded
Speedy Trial
Case Dismissed after Appellate argument
Education
2006
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of California - Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science, Physiological Science
1988
De La Salle High School
General Education
Speaking Engagements
2007
MCLE
DUI Defense: Fourth Amendment and Forensic Blood Analysis
Publications
2005
McGeorge Law Review
California Water Rights Law
2005
McGeorge Law Review
Globalizing the Law School Curriculum
2004
CDAA Behind the Wheel
SOBER Program Successfully Supervised Hard-Core Drunken Drivers
2004
CDAA Hazardous Times
Attorney General Bill Lockyer Files Groundbreaking Lawsuit Using Public-Nuisance Law to Fight Global Warming
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
California Pretrial Diversion Program 18 months
06 Nov 2019
Q&A
How can I get evading arrest of my record
06 Nov 2019
Q&A
What case code 43100 ?
07 Nov 2019