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4.9
Weapons Charges
Posted by Eric
May 16, 2025
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Matt is the best hands down trust me look no further. I promise he won’t let you down. Thank you Matt again for everything. I thought my life was over. They said I pulled a gun out on an officer and Matt worked it out

Criminal Law
Posted by yash
September 27, 2024
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We value the trust that was given to us by the lawyer and for providing an insight on a case regarding the issues of blackmail, sextortion, spy software, and along with domestic abuse and social torture

Misdemeanors
Posted by Danielle
July 27, 2021
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Matt was extremely helpful in getting an old case off my back that has been following me for years. I live in another state and he made appearances for me, was able to get online classes accepted and is now going to be helping me get my record expunged. he is extremely experienced, knowledgeable and straight forward. He is worth every dime!

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
January 06, 2021
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Matt is certainly one of the finest lawyers I have known. His knowledge of the courts and judicial system is reflected in the great results he gets for his clients everyday. His compassion and caring for his clients ensure he will get the job done well. He is the lawyerly to whom I refer my clients in LA. Warren Fitzgerald Past President Massachusetts Bar Association Past President Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
November 28, 2018
Hired Attorney

For 32 years I worked with numerous Attorneys. After Matthew Kaestner's efforts in defending a relative I would rate him at the top! There was never any doubt during the process that he was giving his all. His legal ability was obvious and he was respected by the Prosecuting Attorney as well as other court members. The end result was above all expectations. (3 felonies, two of them strikes, settled for a misdemeanor.) If you or a loved one need a first class Attorney protecting you in court

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
January 17, 2016
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Before contacting Kaestner I felt lost and was very depressed. I had gotten myself in a mess but knew that if I had the right person to fight for me I had a chance to really explain my case. Without getting into much detail Mr. Kaestner kept me calm through the whole process and was able to get my misdemeanor dismissed. My family and I can't thank him enough for what he did.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
January 27, 2014
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Kaestner is solid. {para}I had an interstate ammunitions charge against me. I travel often, just happened to forget to remove for the first time in 20 years of owing and traveling. I did it at LBC airport none-the-less; messy. {para}The city was going for me, wanted to leave me with months of community service and an ammunitions smuggling charge on my record, plus fines! Can you imaging getting pulled over for a traffic ticket, and you have that on your record?! Or every time a cop runs your license plate, they see "Ammunitions Smuggling" on your record!? Ouch! The facts against me were clearly not good, as I was caught in clear possession.{para}Mr. Kaestner pressed for trial, understanding I was innocent, my intent was innocent, and then got the case dismissed! The DA's team recognized Mr. Kaestner's argument was convincing. Thus, resulting in my complete innocence, and satisfaction; and costing a lot less than having that charge on my record! CASE DISSMISSED!{para}Don't regret it, call Kaestner!

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
October 09, 2013
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In my case, I was aggressively pulled by an officer out of a private residence for telling him he could not enter a party. I was charged with both Obstruction of Justice, and Drunk in Public, two misdemeanors in all. Having never before dealt with the legal system , I was extremely nervous and intimidated. But after one call to Mr. Kaestner, he made me feel very comfortable and confident that we could handle this case in a timely and affordable manner. And that is exactly what happened! After a

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
February 05, 2013
Hired Attorney

. It became apparent that we needed some professional representation.We had never had any contact with an attorney , other than for estate planning. We got out the yellow pages, and more or less ,threw a dart.
Mr Kaestner turned out to be an excellent choice. He delivered exactly what he advertised that he would. In our particular situation that was that the charges were dropped, and no plea was ever entered. Good man, and a straight shooter.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
January 31, 2013
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Mr. Kaestner is absolutely amazing at what he does. From the moment you speak with him, you will know that you are in the hands of a talented, skilled professional who knows the law like the back of his hand. I was in an auto accident, and fled the scene where I was met at my home with 7 police cars. I was cited for misdemeanor hit and run, driving with NO insurance, and a failure to yield. Not only did he get the civil compromise, but he got the other 2 charges completely dropped.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 6
    • Homicide
    • Felonies
    • Misdemeanors
    • Drug Crimes
    • Theft
    • Weapons Charges
  • Consumer Law 1
    • Identity Theft
  • Other 15
    • Drug Trafficking
    • Fraud
    • Embezzlement
    • White Collar Criminal Defense
    • White Collar Fraud
    • Burglary
    • Capital Offenses
    • Assault and Battery
    • Criminal Conspiracy
    • Extortion
    • Hit and Run
    • Manslaughter
    • Murder
    • Shoplifting
    • Vehicular Homicide

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Matthew G. Kaestner
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    People v. Juan Herrera, exoneration after murder conviction recognized in the National Registry of Exonerations. http://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/casedetail.aspx?caseid=3971
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1986, California
    Memberships
    Long Beach Bar Association
    State Bar of California.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Willamette University
    Class of 1985
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Pacific
    Class of 1982
    B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    Certified Specialist, Criminal Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1960
    Salem, Oregon, September 12, 1960

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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Matthew G. Kaestner was admitted in 1986 to the State of California.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, Matthew G. Kaestner has a 4.9 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • Does this attorney accept major credit cards?
    Yes, Matthew G. Kaestner will accept American Express, Visa and MasterCard.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Matthew G. Kaestner attended Willamette University.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Matthew G. Kaestner was established in 1992.