About Matthew S. Halley
Twenty-four years of criminal-law experience, both prosecuting and defending cases, with direct personal representation from consultation through resolution.
Request a ConsultationMatt personally handles every accepted case, keeps clients informed, and combines extensive knowledge of Georgia law with careful preparation for negotiation and trial.
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If you or someone you know is facing criminal charges, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney who knows how to get results. Matthew S. Halley has twenty-four years of criminal-law experience, both prosecuting and defending criminal cases. He personally handles each client’s case and provides the highest level of representation.
Matt has extensive jury-trial experience involving misdemeanors, impaired driving, and felony charges. His case experience includes drunk driving, drug offenses, domestic violence, assault, burglary, robbery, sex crimes, and traffic citations. He provides the same focused, aggressive legal representation regardless of the level of the offense.
Matt understands the anxiety that a person—and their family—experiences after a criminal charge. He personally handles the case so the client receives the attention and preparation the situation deserves. Open lines of communication and direct meetings help clients understand the facts, the law, and the decisions ahead.
A person cannot make an informed decision without knowing the circumstances surrounding the case. Matt keeps clients updated to reduce uncertainty and help them make decisions with a clear understanding of their options.
Knowledge and preparation are the foundation of effective criminal defense. Matt studies the relevant statutes and case law alongside the specific facts of each matter. His experience in preparation, negotiation, and trial allows him to advocate for clients both inside and outside the courtroom.
Immediate legal guidance can be important when evidence, license issues, hearings, or other deadlines are involved. During a consultation, Matt provides an honest assessment of the situation and a professional opinion about how to proceed. No result is promised, but every accepted case receives personal attention and a prepared defense.
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Matt has twenty-four years of criminal-law experience, including work as both a prosecutor and criminal defense attorney.
Yes. Matt personally evaluates, prepares, negotiates, and, when necessary, tries the cases he accepts.
The office is located in Duluth, Georgia, and serves clients throughout Gwinnett County and surrounding communities depending on the matter.
The practice focuses on DUI defense, drug charges, felonies, misdemeanors, traffic-related criminal matters, and related investigations.
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