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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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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Deferred Prosecution Agreement Loitering and Prowling
Client became disoriented due to a medical condition and entered a car that did not belong to him, but looked just like his car. Attorney Thompson provided mitigation to the State concerning the Defendant’s medical issues and ensured the client would be offered a Deferred Prosecution Agreement by the State wherein all charges would be dismissed upon completion.
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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 Charges Filed and Prevented Arrest Grand Theft
Client was caring for her special needs sister. While caring for her she received advice from bank personnel to place her sister’s Disability Checks into a bank account in the Client’s name to avoid other family members from stealing money. Once the family members discovered this they called the police to investigate the Client. Attorney Thompson put together documentation showing how the money was being spent and met with police to further explain the situation. The police determined that there was no
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All Charges Dismissed Aggravated Battery on and Elderly Person
The Defendant and his wife allowed the wife’s elderly mother to come to their home and remove her personal items. During this time the mother began to yell obscenities and attacked E.B. Both parties tried to remove the mother from the home and prevent further physical violence. The mother contacted police and stated that she had been attacked. Attorney Thompson contacted the State Attorney’s Office and met with opposing counsel before charges were filed.
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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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“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 -
“From your first meeting you can tell Thompson Law puts in the same amount of attention and care for every client. You will not be put on a back burner and ignored with them. Highly recommend taking your business here.”- Derek
Puts in the same amount of attention and care for every client.
"From your first meeting you can tell Thompson Law puts in the same amount of attention and care for every client. You will not be put on a back burner and ignored with them. Highly recommend taking your business here."- Derek -
“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 -
“I would highly recommend Thompson Law to anyone looking for a true and honest lawyer. He has been a big help to our family, and goes above and beyond to do what is needed in any situation.”- Donna
He goes above and beyond!
"I would highly recommend Thompson Law to anyone looking for a true and honest lawyer. He has been a big help to our family, and goes above and beyond to do what is needed in any situation."- Donna -
“He was always available for questions and feedback along with consistent time spent to handle my case.”- Cayla
Professional expertise to accomplish the end result in my case.
"Matt Thompson's direct approach with his genuine concern about me as a client gave me the ability to trust his professional expertise to accomplish the end result in my case. He was always available for questions and feedback along with consistent time spent to handle my case. His due diligence and concern are two major factors that have given me the opportunity to recommend him to other colleagues and friends."- Cayla
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.
