Why Hire Your Own Attorney Instead of a Public Defender?

If you are arrested, you have a constitutional right to an attorney at public expense. However, even if you qualify for a public defender, it can be shortsighted to accept their services simply to save some money upfront. Because what you get from a private attorney is often the most important qualifier of all: experience…. Read More »

By Matthew R. Zatko | Published February 28, 2018 | Posted in Criminal Defense | Tagged legal experience, private attorney, public defender |

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- Mr. Zatko has done various legal projects for me. All have been done in a timely, accurate and professional way. I would highly recommend him in any legal matter. –Client… read more
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- Mr. Zatko has done various legal projects for me. All have been done in a timely, accurate and professional way. I would highly recommend him in any legal matter. –K.B.
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Mr. Zatko has done various legal projects for me. All have been done in a timely, accurate and professional way. I would highly recommend him in any legal matter. –Client K.B.
Amazing to work with, called me right away on an urgent question, even though it was evening. Highly recommend! –Client A.A.
I went to Matt as a result of a referral from another small business who had utilized his services. Matt did a great job for us, especially with the time constraints we had. I will use him again in the future. –Client S.B.
Matthew Zatko is professional, concise and know's how to get the job done. Thanks to him; he has absolutely changed my life forever. Highly recommended.
Attorney Matthew Zatko has gone above and beyond expectations. I could not be more thankful for his help and support. –H.P.
Attorney Zatko promptly called me back and provided excellent advice that saved me a minimum of $450 over what other attorneys were offering via their online services. He did not charge for the time given to determine there was no benefit to hiring him for this particular traffic violation. That’s never happened and I will most certainly call him again if there’s need in his areas of expertise. –M.M.
I called Attorney Zatko following my arrest for DUI. I was scared and didn't know where to turn. He answered all of my questions and did exactly what he told me he would do. He ended up saving my license and I was able to keep working and supporting my family. Calling him was the best decision I ever made. –S.J.
Mr. Zatko has done various legal projects for me. All have been done in a timely, accurate and professional way. I would highly recommend him in any legal matter. –K.B.
Amazing to work with, called me right away on an urgent question, even though it was evening. Highly recommend! –A.A.
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