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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 9 reviews | 1 star

Posted by Thamesia | September 27, 2023 | Family

From Handford

If I was asked 19 years ago or 10 years ago, the reviews would be higher-because honestly, Mr. Sossi handled two different family matters with professionalism and with relative ease. In fact, when I retained Mr. Sossi 10 years ago, I lived in California and reached out to him to handle a situation th...rough the Texas courts. Hence why I consulted him on a more recent situation without hesitation. My current experience with Mr. Sossi has taken a turn and not for the better. I consulted with Mr. Sossi and paid a retainer. I did not sign the contract as things changed fairly quickly with my situation. I emailed Mr. Sossi to request a refund, which he agreed to send. This was six months ago and no refund. I was told via email, a text message, and by phone that the money was sent or would be sent. It would have been better to indicate that no refund will be sent opposed to stringing me along for months. I would have preferred to handle this privately.

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Was not impressed

Matt Sossi didn’t show up for meeting, was late to other and also scheduled two meetings at the same time (after being late). Even forgot who I was and tried to send me someone else’s papers. Only time contacted me was to ask for more money. Even if could not justify why because had done very little ...in my case! It reasonable prices spent less than hour with me total and charged me 3,000.

Matthew Sossi

Replied last April 26, 2020

So lets be clear on my role in this case. My fees - when they are as you describe have me do work as an amicus. As an amicus my role is to talk to advise the court as to the best interest of the child. I talk to the parties, the attorneys and their children. do not represent you. If I were your were amicus I was not your client. I may not be at a meeting if i talked to counsel prior to OR talked to psychologists or other team members. So while I was not at a meeting or been late for the meeting I can assure you that my blue print as on the meeting. As far as spending an hour of my time I will say this - my doors are always open - your job is to call me and your job is to schedule a meeting. I can not do that for you. I am sure that we asked you to come in to my office to discuss your case. The fact that you chose not to does not give you the right to go on line and degrade my work. I would call me to clear up any misunderstandings you have

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Terrible experience

Awful experience. Lagged on every item and demanded a lot. Destroyed our family’s lives but not aware or acknowledge he did. Lied about things in his personal life and with his other cases that we verified we’re not true. Excuses, excuses, excuses. Don’t fall for the “Call me back tomorrow” rout...ine. It’s just to put you off til he gets to your case. It wears on you then you end up being the bad guy.

Matthew Sossi

Replied last December 16, 2020

Who are you? State your name. I do not put my personal life into my cases. We have had nothing but positive outcomes for our clients. So this sounds like a great line and a great sound bite from a competitor.

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

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 Daniel | June 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

stay a way

I hired matt Sossi to handle my divorce case. he was very nice only at our first visit only to present a good image as a caring, trustworthy attorney. unfortunately afterwards, he should no interest in defending my rights as an attorney and he made me fell that he has no interest in my case. he would... not answer my phone calls, text massage or massages left with his secretary. I had no other choice than to replace him with another attorney. I asked Mr. Sossi to refund the potion of the money he has charged me for the services not rendered. he made up an itemized list for services he did not performed and over charged me, so he kept the money he does not deserve. Overall I had very bad experience with this attorney and i would not recommend him to any one.

Matthew Sossi

Replied last June 23, 2018

Mr. Darbi, I invited you to the office to discuss this matter to discuss the itemization for work done on your case. It took you two weeks to get to the office. Rather than communicate with me at our meeting you stormed out of the office threatening me with a negative review and a state bar grievance. I made sure that we had you in the office as needed and welcomed you to our office several times without an appointment. I made sure you understood you would not be charged for the overages which were due on your account. I understand that divorce is difficult and wish you well. Matt Sossi

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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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