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Matthew Edward Sossi

3.3
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 33 years

Adoption Lawyer Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 33 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1992

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

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Matthew Edward Sossi's Reviews

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3.3 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Terrible attorney you have been warned

I hired Matt 1 year ago now for child support and custody of my child. The entire time Matt was my attorney he rushed, he was never prepared. He talked down about me to the other attorney and made everything seem like a joke. Matt was terrible in each court appearance so much so that in one of the co...urt appearances the judge yelled at him. If I wouldn't have hired him I would have saved my money or if I would have read these reviews. He would often call me the day of telling me that we have court. He even sent me home from court on several days just to call me back. I read the other reviews and they are all exactly like my situation. He rushes into court not sharing information with you, he doesn't listen to what you want or hope to accomplish, he will work against you because he thinks he knows whats better for you. In the end 1 year later I am in the same situation out of money and nothing literally nothing has change. I don't have my child and my child support payments have not gone down.

Matthew Sossi

Replied last November 27, 2018

I flagged this review from my account. Nothing from AVVO. Is this an acceptable practice to put a review from an anonymous person? Is it acceptable to place a review effecting my business that has no bases in fact? Unacceptable AVVO.

Posted by Michelle | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Divorce is not easy...

Divorce is not easy, but Matt puts a lot of things into perspective. Especially when there are children involved. Can you and your ex speak to one another and co parent? It’s possible, you have to put your pride, pain and hurt to the side in order to accomplish that. Matt helps with that. I am truly ...grateful he helped me thru this very painful time in my life. He helped with my daughter and getting her to understand what’s happening.

Posted by Genesis Lindsey | May 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Worse Child custody lawyer i have ever dealt with

Matt Sossi said he would be there every step of the way but he failed to return phone calls text or keep me inform about my case. He never gave me paperwork stating the orders that the judge put into place. He didnt sit with me or help me during court dates he sat with the opposing lawyer and laughed... and joked with him the whole time. He talked badly about me to the opposing lawyer with me sitting right there and made everything out to be a joke. He never got visitation set in stone , this lawyer has done nothing for me and i paid him more then what he was worth and feel as though i got screwed over this court date has been dragging on for a long time and the opposing cleint should be held in contempt but Matt didnt want to play that card. This lawyer leaves you in the dark and makes you feel as though your not important and that your an idiot he thinks hes above everyone and does no wrong its pathetic. I would not hire him if i was you, you will lose everything and be made to be a joke. Genesis Lindsey

Matthew Sossi

Replied last May 10, 2018

Ms. Lindsey I can not comment on your case because I had an ethical duty not to violate attorney client privilege. I waited until the State Bar of Texas reviewed your complaint before I responded. As the State Bar found no evidence of attorney misconduct I am asking that you take down this review. I will wait 30 days before I file legal action against you for damages that I am incurring because of this post.

Posted by LaCuya | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

For a last minute hire, he was excellent..

Matt soss called a week ago returning my call to him for representation with a case against my son's father. He was in the perfect price range for me. Met Matt 2 days after our initial phone call and employed him to help assist me with the case. A few days later I received information via email in re...gards to the case which I was very satisfied with. Although this case was a simple one in my opinion I was not confident enough to get across what I needed to say and was sure he would be able to relay what I felt was best for my son, which he did.. he was prompt to the court house and well prepared. Very sweet individual . I'm so glad I received a call back from him.. I would definitely recommend him to others . Thank you Matt and Brian :)

Posted by David | November 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Honest, fair, and delivers when it counts

I hired Matthew Sossi after he was recommended to me by a work associate who is a father like me, and who had a fair and successful resolution to his divorce. I wanted a modification to my divorce orders so I can guarantee that I can continue to have my kids in Catholic school and to lower my chil...d support payments. I like how Matthew Sossi tells you how much a phase of the legal battle will cost, charge you for it, and will not ask for more money until that phase is completed. He does not nickle and dime you. Matthew is also honest with you in regards to estimating whether or not you can win a particular argument. I think he leans toward caution on whether or not you can win a judgement. He wants you to know that there is a factor of the unknown regarding what the various judges will decide. Regarding my own court battle, I can say that when faced with a judge against my former spouse and her attorney, Matthew Sossi won 3 of the 4 decisions up for deliberation. The other attorney spoke more, but Matthew stuck to the important points that were a factor in the debate, and resulted in decisions in my favor. As a result of the negotiations and court visits, I have been guaranteed that my children will complete Catholic school, in addition to lower my child support. If you are a good parent who wants an attorney who will fight for you I recommend Matt Sossi. You can ask Mr. Sossi for my contact information if you would like to talk to me before hiring him. Regards, David

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Matthew Edward Sossi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sarah Kocian

Unknown lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Matt is great to work with. He is a fair and respectful opposing counsel."

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Willie Graves

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He knows what he's doing and does it very, very well."

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Marc Pederson

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Matt Sossi for several years. He is a highly intelligent and professional attorney with an impeccable reputation for excellence in serving his clients. I am proud, therefore, to give Matt Sossi my endorsement."

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O. Rene Diaz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt Sossi is a very smart, ethical, and competent attorney. I have seen him in action both inside and outside the court room! If you need a no-nonsense attorney, who will effectively and efficiently get the job done, then Matt is the attorney for you. Rene Diaz"

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2016

updated on 02/23/2017

Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

1991

AMERICAN JURISDPRUDENCE AWARD - CRIMINAL PROCEDURE, ST. MARY'S LAW SCHOOL

1990

AMERICAN JURISPRUDENCE - PROPERTY II, ST. MARY'S LAW SCHOOL

Work Experience

1995 - Present

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP, LAW OFFICE OF MATT SOSSI

1993 - 1995

CONTRACT ATTORNEY, ZIMMERMAN & ZIMMERMAN PC

Associations

2014 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

DIRECTOR

2012 - 2012

BEXAR COUNTY DOMESTIC RELATIONS OFFICE

VICE PRESIDENT

Education

1992

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

1989

Virginia Military Institute

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Texas Domestic Relations - San Antonio

Taking a child first approach in your divorce

Publications

Languages

English

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