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also known as Matthew D. Roy
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As a Sacramento area family law, bankruptcy, and criminal defense attorney I am committed to helping people navigate the complex issues involving divorce, child custody, and domestic violence. I also handle Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases in addition to criminal cases as the need arises along with all types of cases involving various restraining orders. I was Born in New Orleans, LA and raised in Los Angeles, CA. I originally came to Sacramento to finish my B.A. in Government at Sac State after finishing Community College in the Los Angeles area. I have moved between LA and Sacramento several times since 2000. I travel between the two areas regularly for both professional and personal reasons and enjoy being able to help individuals resolve their legal issues in several practice areas across the entire State. I have volunteered extensively for domestic violence prevention organizations in Los Angeles and Sacramento. I have assisted in the preparation and filing of hundreds of restraining orders on behalf of both Petitioners and Respondents. I also conduct regular workshops that provide information on divorce, child custody, and domestic violence matters to indigent and unrepresented litigants.
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State: California
Acquired: 2009
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428 J Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA, 95814
theroylawoffices.com
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Posted by Richard | December 8, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Matthew Roy was a lifesaver when I started looking into filing for divorce. He gave me incredible advice, and I went from feeling overwhelmed to being confident enough to self-file. In under four months, I was able to start and complete the entire process from filing to judgment, well in advance of t...
Posted by Gizelly | July 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I can’t say enough good things about the Law Offices of Matthew D. Roy and team. From the very first consultation, he put me at ease with a combination of deep expertise, professionalism, and genuine care for my custody situation and divorce. Throughout my case, Matt was always responsive — answe...
Posted by Yamina | December 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
When I came to Mr. Roy I was in complete shambles with the uncertainty I felt about the possible outcome of my child custody case. I had no legal knowledge and the thought of being in court about such an important matter gave me severe anxiety. Mr. Roy helped me navigate my case from beginning to end...
Posted by Jorge | November 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Roy is an amazing lawyer and helped me through a very messy divorce he’s the best lawyer you can trust
Posted by Jasmine | October 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I was in the middle of a messy 2 year divorce/ custody battle before I met Matthew. It was stressful and exhausting. Matthew was very honest and handled the whole process. He was always available. I will always be grateful to him and his team for everything they have accomplished for me. I am not abl...
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very involved in this community and has a wealth of understanding of divorce and family law matters."
"I have worked with Attorney Matthew Roy on a client's case. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is also a great volunteer who is active in the community. I endorse this lawyer."
"Matthew is intelligent, engaging and supremely dedicated to his work and clients. I would recommend him without hesitation."
"Matthew Roy is an excellent attorney who pays attention to details and gets fantastic results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt worked for me as a law clerk while he was in law school. His attention to detail and getting his tasks done was remarkable. I remember one case I assigned to him which seemed as though it would have little potential, but through Matt's efforts I was able to settle the case very successfully."
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2009
Volunteer of the Month, LACBA - Domestic Violence Project
2005
Barristers Scholarhip, McGeorge School of Law
2010 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Matthew D. Roy
2009 - 2010
Attorney, LACBA - Domestic Violence Project
2010 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Republican National Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Barristers Club of SacramentoMember
2009 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2000 - 2002
Board of Governors California Community CollegeMember
Restraining order denied and mother vindicated
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Intersection between Religion and Law
2016
Interplay Between Bankruptcy and Family Law
Spanish
English
Legal Answers
My ex is representing herself, but now she's a no show?Is this a default case?
22 Apr 2015
Unsigned petition for temp restraining order.
15 Apr 2015
I'm 24 she was 16. Can I be charged?
22 Apr 2015