With 18 years of exclusive criminal justice experience and numerous trial victories, Attorney Matt Thompson is the ally you need to defend against your criminal charges.
Volusia County Criminal Defense Lawyer
Offices in DELAND & Daytona Beach to Serve the Arrested & Accused
At Thompson Law, P.A., every client is our number one priority. We are a criminal defense firm that focuses solely on our clients’ individual needs to help them achieve the best possible result. After all, good people may find themselves in bad situations, and the period after an arrest, charge, or criminal accusation can be filled with uncertainty and fear. That is why we are responsive and accessible, answering our phones 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We also provide highly personalized representation, partnering with our clients to ensure they have the information they need to make the decisions that can protect their future and their freedom.
Have you been charged with a crime in Central Florida? With offices conveniently located in DeLand and Daytona Beach, our team can defend you against your criminal charges. Contact us online or call us at (386) 280-4977
What does a Criminal Defense Attorney do?
A criminal defense attorney plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system. They help protect the rights of their clients, ensure fair treatment during trials, and advocate for the best possible outcome. They also advise their clients on legal matters, file motions in court, and negotiate plea bargains when appropriate.
Criminal defense attorneys also investigate the facts of a case, research applicable laws, and defenses, and develop strategies to protect their client's rights. In some cases, they may even be able to get charges dismissed or reduced.
The following are the benefits of hiring a defense attorney:
- Advice on the best legal course of action
- Expert knowledge of criminal law
- Explanations of laws that apply to your situation
- Ability to negotiate a plea bargain or dismissal
- Assistance in filing paperwork and other administrative tasks
- Representation in court proceedings, including jury trials
- Preparation of evidence and witness testimony
- Challenge any unconstitutional searches or seizures related to your case
- Access to private investigators, forensic experts, and other resources
- Guidance regarding potential penalties you may face
- Counseling for family members impacted by the case
Our Services
Working Closely With You to Build a Strong Case
Client-Focused. RESULT-DRIVEN.
Working Closely with You To Build a Strong Case
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Charges Reduced to Simple Assault Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
At the time these charges were filed, the State of Florida had a 3-year minimum mandatory for Aggravated Assault with a Firearm. Neighbors of the Client claimed that he pointed a shot gun at them and fired over their heads when they came onto his property. Police came out the following day and arrested the Client. Attorney Thompson found a CAD report where the police had investigated the crime the night of the incident and determined that there was insufficient evidence of the arrest. Attorney Thompson
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All Charges Dismissed Robbery
Attorney Thompson met with the Client soon after his arrest. It was clear that the person who was in the vehicle with the Client was the person guilty of committing the robbery and that the Client was more of a bystander. Attorney Thompson provided information to the State Attorney’s Office to separate the Client from the co-defendant. The information provided to the State resulted in all charges against the Defendant being dismissed.
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Charges Reduced, Guidelines Waived, No Probation Failure to Register as a Career Criminal
The Client was arrested out of State for a warrant for failure to register as a career criminal. This violated his probation out of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Attorney Thompson was able to track the Client’s addresses and discovered that his landlord at the time lied to his probation officer about his renting an apartment because the landlord was not zoned to allow tenants. The State agreed to a time-served sentence for the time he spent in custody being transported to Florida.
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No Criminal Charges Filed Public Assistance Fraud
Attorney Thompson and Client reviewed case and met with Department of Revenue investigators to explain the discrepancy. In doing so, the State determined that they would not seek criminal charges, but offered a repayment plan through non-judicial means.
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All Charges Dismissed Domestic Battery
Defendant was trapped inside car where her boyfriend was acting aggressive. Defendant had to take legal action against the victim to remove him from vehicle. Attorney Thompson sent letter to State early in the case to outline defenses and mitigation and all charges were dismissed prior to filing.
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All Charges Dismissed Domestic Violence
Client was texting a friend when her significant other tried to grab for her phone. When the client tried to pull away, the victim claimed that he was battered and the client was arrested and brought before DCF due a child being in the house. Attorney Matt Thompson wrote a letter to the State explaining the discrepancy in evidence and claimed that the client was in fact moving away from the victim and did not intentionally try to hit the victim. All charges against the client were dismissed.
Matt Thompson
Experienced Trial Attorney
As a former prosecutor with over 16 years of trial experience, Attorney Matt Thompson knows the ins and outs both sides of a criminal case. He has tried high-profile cases involving homicides and sex offenses, and he uses this breadth of knowledge to aggressively represent his clients. His experience, professionalism, and commitment to his clients has earned Attorney Thompson a number of professional accolades, including:
- Voted Best Volusia County Criminal Defense Lawyer by readers of the Daytona Beach New Journal in Best of the West 2013
- Selected to SuperLawyers Magazine Rising Stars for his litigation skills in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017, an award received by less than 2% if the legal community
- Earned a 10 out of 10 rating from Avvo as well as the Client’s Choice Award for 2017
- Selected to the Top 40 Under 40 for Criminal Defense Lawyers by National Trial Lawyers in 2017
Every Client Matters
Helping People Protect THeir Freedom and Reputation
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“He was always honest and forth coming on every account. He was kind, caring and always kept me informed of everything I needed to know.”- Jennifer
He truly went above and beyond for my family.
"Highly recommend Mr. Thompson. His skill and hard work is surpassed only by his modesty and compassion. He was always honest and forth coming on every account. He was kind, caring and always kept me informed of everything I needed to know. He truly went above and beyond for my family. I would be honored to recommend Mr. Thompson to friends and family."- Jennifer -
“Matt is very professional courteous, and knows the law inside and out. He is a great person to have in your corner. He is very personalized in individual attention to his clients and their struggles.”- Aaron
Matt Thompson is a champion for the peoples rights.
"Great lawyer Matt Thompson runs a small local law firm, which has minimal staff; however, don't be fooled this is on purpose. Matt is very professional courteous, and knows the law inside and out. He is a great person to have in your corner. He is very personalized in individual attention to his clients and their struggles. Matt Thompson is a champion for the peoples rights. I couldn't have had a better lawyer during my time of need, and I highly recommend him for all issues involving the law."- Aaron -
“Top Class Attorney My experience with Matt as nothing short of fantastic...he was excellent to work with and I would have no hesitation in hiring him to represent me or my company again.”- Gerard
Excellent to work!
"Top Class Attorney My experience with Matt as nothing short of fantastic...he was excellent to work with and I would have no hesitation in hiring him to represent me or my company again."- Gerard -
“The last meeting prior to the hearing, Matt said, “I hate to lose.” This is exactly what you want in a lawyer.”- Danny
Profoundly grateful for the excellent job he did.
"Matt represented our son in a criminal case, never a pleasant circumstance for a parent to face. He was not only competent and professional, he was also compassionate at what was obviously a very difficult time. We knew it was a long shot, but thanks to his expertise we got the best possible outcome and now our son has the opportunity for treatment and rehabilitation rather than prison. The last meeting prior to the hearing, Matt said, “I hate to lose.” This is exactly what you want in a lawyer. We are profoundly grateful for the excellent job he did and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal representation."- Danny -
“We were impressed with his straightforwardness and what seems to be a NO promises attitude. I would rather hear the truth than lie to make me feel better. His approach was simple, honest, and we especially liked his preparedness of the case.”- Susan
Impressed with his straightforwardness
"In the past thirteen years we have used several lawyers and found them lacking. We have found Attorney Matt Thompson very pleasant to work with. He was very detailed and listened with true compassion. We were impressed with his straightforwardness and what seems to be a NO promises attitude. I would rather hear the truth than lie to make me feel better. His approach was simple, honest, and we especially liked his preparedness of the case."- Susan
Put a Proven Trial Lawyer on Your Side
Our Volusia County criminal defense attorney possesses a unique combination of skills that include the ability to connect with clients on a personal level to understand their issue, the experience to fully educate clients on the legal system, and the knowledge to aggressively defend clients’ cases at trial. From serious felonies to more minor misdemeanors, having a proven and effective legal advocate to speak up for your side of the story and fight for your rights in a courtroom is invaluable to safeguarding your future.
No matter what type of criminal charges you may face, Attorney Thompson has helped many clients facing such charges get the best possible results in their cases, either by getting all cases thrown out or their charges reduced to avoid serving any time behind bars.
