team-member

Gail Mattey

Stillwater, MN

Licensed for 13 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Gail E. Mattey earned her J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School in 2008, and her Honors B.A in Biological Sciences with a minor in Psychology from the University of Delaware in 2003.  Gail represents clients in a variety of Family Law matters including Divorce, Child Custody and Support Issues, Parenting Time, Property Division, Spousal Maintenance, Family Mediation, and Orders for Protection.   After graduating law school, Gail spent seven years in Hennepin County District Court, first as a Law Clerk in Drug and DWI Court, then as Executive Assistant to the Chief Judge, culminating in five years as a Law Clerk in Family Court under Judge James T. Swenson, Judge Philip C. Carruthers, and Referee Jason T. Hutchison. Gail’s years with the court have provided her with invaluable experience navigating the court system, and her five years in Family Court have provided her with an unparalleled depth and breadth of knowledge of Family Law to enable her to strongly advocate for her clients in all Family Law related matters.   Gail’s strong sense of empathy and compassion enables her to connect with her clients, while her strong analytical reasoning and thorough knowledge of the law enables her to act as an effective advocate as she guides clients through the intimidating court process.  Gail is a strong believer in alternative dispute resolution, and will work with clients to amicably settle their disputes to minimize the acrimony involved in the legal process.  However, should alternative dispute resolution fail, she is not shy to pursue litigation and will zealously advocate for her clients before the Judge and seek the assistance of the court when needed. Gail’s dual approach to resolving cases enables her to tailor her strategy to meet the unique needs of each individual client, resolving matters efficiently and effectively. 

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

Atticus Family Law6303 Osgood Ave. N.Stillwater, MN, 550826303 Osgood Ave. N.Stillwater, MN, 55082

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Ashley
March 22, 2021

Gail Mattey has been a phenomenal attorney in my divorce/domestic abuse/child custody situation. My children were with-held from me for over three months, and after a very stressful court hearing I was almost immediately able to pick them up from their father and bring them back home. She has been a godsend for me and my case. Gail is very down to earth, and easy to talk to. Although she is very kind and compassionate, she is a force to be reckoned with.

monica
March 16, 2021

Gail Mattey is very professional, dedicated, passionate about her career and who genuinely cares about her client. She took over my divorce & OFP case for free but yet fought with the voracity of a client worth billions. She educated me on what we should expect, the likely outcome would be and them she achieved it. When my kids dad serviced me an OFP, Gail, would be up late at 10pm working on my case. She would call be least everyday, she is very good with communications and updates. Gail is very organized, assertive, goal oriented and fearless. I am very pleased, happy and proud of you. God bless you for fighting for me and reunifying me and my children. You are absolutely the best.

Melanie
March 13, 2021

Gail is very compassionate, knowledgeable, and efficient. I was very lucky to have Gail. It was a very difficult time for me to have a divorce and I needed it completed very quickly. With her many wonderful qualities as a person and lawyer she got me to the other side. She will always hold a special place in my heart. I highly recommend Gail.

Glenda
March 10, 2021

If it was not for Gail Mattey, I don’t know where I would be right now. I was so lost and had zero hope. You see, I was in an abusive relationship for a very long time, and as you can imagine, it did not end well. Gail was a super star in every way, from how much she charged me knowing I didn’t have much, to how she handled all of my ex’s lawyer’s absurd demands. My ex’s lawyer was actually his sister who I had known and called family for 18 years, but when we separated, she came after me with a vengeance: filing after filing, demand after demand, roadblock after roadblock, and endless amounts of hostility towards me and Gail. In the end, my ex’s lawyer’s tricks did not work, because Gail skillfully argued my case to the judge, who ruled in my favor, giving me almost everything I was hoping for. Gail took me on not only as a client, but she treated me as a friend and immediately made me feel like I was a top priority. The compassion she has for her clients is something you don’t see every day. She made me feel like she had my back and that I was not alone when I felt like I had no one. Gail is an amazing person and an even better lawyer.

anonymous
March 10, 2021

When looking for a lawyer to help in getting what you deserve throughout a stressful process Gail is the one. I felt heard and I felt that there were moments that I wanted to have a say and I was able to do just that. Gail is reasonable with a team approach including the client in the decision making and then executing what needs to be done!

Olivia
June 7, 2019

What Gail did for our family has transformed our life entirely. My partner and I were living in a world controlled by someone else which was extremely tumultuous causing problems throughout our lives and in our relationship. He was wary of seeking custody after a court letdown years earlier, being the father in a mother’s state, amongst other anxieties that kept us living in fear. It was during the first minutes upon meeting Gail that he decided to hire her after she assured us that we could get exactly what we deserved, more even. Gail is an incredible, stellar attorney. She worked hard for me, my family, and my daughter so that we could finally have the life together that we all, especially our child, deserve. Gail was consistently available and responsive when we had questions or concerns, and the process moved very swiftly. She was honest about expectations moving through the courts and her wealth of knowledge was invaluable in our case. We started off small, building our case on our own. Then we met Gail and she said, “let’s go big; we can do it.” We were awarded 50/50 custody and are currently thriving. We have our daughter on a consistent schedule with alternating holidays and she has never been happier. What could have been a long and strenuous experience, Gail turned it into quick work. I believe that she was the exact person we needed to give us the hope we were desperate for. Both myself and my partner are so deeply thankful for her dedication and passion for her work. Gail, you have changed the path of our future and we thank you so much! If you are a person feeling defeated, helpless, or afraid about your child’s welfare I would say this; you do not know what you do not know. Gail dashed my partner’s fears away in one swipe with her confidence and experience. I would absolutely recommend Gail Mattey to anyone I met who needed a family lawyer.

Patrick
October 4, 2018

I came to Gail with my high-conflict divorce case needing to file a highly complex and emotionally-taxing motion to change child support as the non-custodial parent. 10-years into my nearly constant, post-divorce battle with my ex regarding child support amount and adjustment disputes; motion/counter-motion, I had little hope and even less money with which to file my latest motion. Right away in our initial meeting she not only listened to me but I was amazed and happily suprised at how quickly she got up to speed with the background of my case - even laying out the basic strategy elements of how she would approach, complete, file and defend my particular motion for the best chance at getting a positive result. I could also tell she actually cared about my outcome and that, combined with her 7-years of direct experience working under several judges/referees within the Hennepin County Family Court system, as well as her being sensitive to costs (I’m not rich) and willing to allow me some flexibility on that, convinced me to hire her. With no prior experience on my case, and with only a (long) day’s worth of work, we worked collaboratively on it together and by the end of it I had a solid motion - and some regained hope - with which to go back to court. At my hearing, Gail did an amazing job presenting and defending my motion; efficiently and effectively highlighting the important points of what I needed changed and why...even the judge commented on and thanked her for submitting a well-written motion that helped her quickly discern and deal with the facts and circumstances with my motion. After expecting another disappointing day at the FJC, I could’t believe that the judge actually ruled on it that day - and mostly in my favor. I’m convinced it wouldn’t have happened that way had I been with any of the several attorneys I’ve hired for these types of matters in the past. I sincerely and highly recommend Gail for any family law issues you have to deal with in Hennepin County and will definitely depend on her unique combination of legal talent and Hennepin County family court system-specific experience with any future motions I need to file.

anonymous
August 7, 2018

I reached out to Atty Mattey via email. She replied promptly. My case is for Interstate Child Support. She gave me an hour free consultation where she analyzed my case and provided invaluable, unbiased advise. She wasn't just interested with retainer fees, she was interested whether I needed to spend for a lawyer or not. Very transparent and very professional. I am thankful I picked her to consult with and I would retain her if the need arises.

Courtney
July 31, 2018

I consulted with Gail and referred a close friend of mine to her. She was not only knowledgeable and experienced, but also had an energy and passion that really impressed me. In a short amount of time (6 weeks) she was able to not only provide my friend hope - when he had given up - but also changed his entire life. My friend expressed to me that he felt like someone finally cared, listened and actually represented him and his wishes (rights), as he had been through this before and felt as if he were left high and dry, to represent himself in matters he was not experienced in. What Gail was able to do in a such a short period of time, feels like nothing short of a miracle. To hear my friend sharing about his newly granted parenting time, and the FAIR order of child support, it truly has been amazing and heart-warming. I now recommend anyone I meet that is needing advice or representation in Family Law matters to Mattey Family Law. She is a Miracle-Worker and I thank her from the bottom of my heart! She is amazing!

Matt
July 27, 2018

I had been through two separate lawyers before hiring Gail. The two past lawyers always had assistants calling about the case and writing the proposals. We never got passed mediation and I did all the talking in the mediation room. Working with Gail I received everything I was originally denied in mediation over 18 months ago without even going to mediation or court! Gail was very hands on and did all the work; research, communication with opposing representation, writing proposals/stipulations, and always calling me to clarify information regarding the case. I highly recommend Gail to anyone seeking to rectify family matters in court. As I guy who felt the system was failing him, Gail turned everything around for me! The process took less than 6 weeks. Thanks Gail!

Ashley
March 22, 2021

Gail Mattey has been a phenomenal attorney in my divorce/domestic abuse/child custody situation. My children were with-held from me for over three months, and after a very stressful court hearing I was almost immediately able to pick them up from their father and bring them back home. She has been a godsend for me and my case. Gail is very down to earth, and easy to talk to. Although she is very kind and compassionate, she is a force to be reckoned with.

monica
March 16, 2021

Gail Mattey is very professional, dedicated, passionate about her career and who genuinely cares about her client. She took over my divorce & OFP case for free but yet fought with the voracity of a client worth billions. She educated me on what we should expect, the likely outcome would be and them she achieved it. When my kids dad serviced me an OFP, Gail, would be up late at 10pm working on my case. She would call be least everyday, she is very good with communications and updates. Gail is very organized, assertive, goal oriented and fearless. I am very pleased, happy and proud of you. God bless you for fighting for me and reunifying me and my children. You are absolutely the best.

Melanie
March 13, 2021

Gail is very compassionate, knowledgeable, and efficient. I was very lucky to have Gail. It was a very difficult time for me to have a divorce and I needed it completed very quickly. With her many wonderful qualities as a person and lawyer she got me to the other side. She will always hold a special place in my heart. I highly recommend Gail.

Glenda
March 10, 2021

If it was not for Gail Mattey, I don’t know where I would be right now. I was so lost and had zero hope. You see, I was in an abusive relationship for a very long time, and as you can imagine, it did not end well. Gail was a super star in every way, from how much she charged me knowing I didn’t have much, to how she handled all of my ex’s lawyer’s absurd demands. My ex’s lawyer was actually his sister who I had known and called family for 18 years, but when we separated, she came after me with a vengeance: filing after filing, demand after demand, roadblock after roadblock, and endless amounts of hostility towards me and Gail. In the end, my ex’s lawyer’s tricks did not work, because Gail skillfully argued my case to the judge, who ruled in my favor, giving me almost everything I was hoping for. Gail took me on not only as a client, but she treated me as a friend and immediately made me feel like I was a top priority. The compassion she has for her clients is something you don’t see every day. She made me feel like she had my back and that I was not alone when I felt like I had no one. Gail is an amazing person and an even better lawyer.

anonymous
March 10, 2021

When looking for a lawyer to help in getting what you deserve throughout a stressful process Gail is the one. I felt heard and I felt that there were moments that I wanted to have a say and I was able to do just that. Gail is reasonable with a team approach including the client in the decision making and then executing what needs to be done!

Olivia
June 7, 2019

What Gail did for our family has transformed our life entirely. My partner and I were living in a world controlled by someone else which was extremely tumultuous causing problems throughout our lives and in our relationship. He was wary of seeking custody after a court letdown years earlier, being the father in a mother’s state, amongst other anxieties that kept us living in fear. It was during the first minutes upon meeting Gail that he decided to hire her after she assured us that we could get exactly what we deserved, more even. Gail is an incredible, stellar attorney. She worked hard for me, my family, and my daughter so that we could finally have the life together that we all, especially our child, deserve. Gail was consistently available and responsive when we had questions or concerns, and the process moved very swiftly. She was honest about expectations moving through the courts and her wealth of knowledge was invaluable in our case. We started off small, building our case on our own. Then we met Gail and she said, “let’s go big; we can do it.” We were awarded 50/50 custody and are currently thriving. We have our daughter on a consistent schedule with alternating holidays and she has never been happier. What could have been a long and strenuous experience, Gail turned it into quick work. I believe that she was the exact person we needed to give us the hope we were desperate for. Both myself and my partner are so deeply thankful for her dedication and passion for her work. Gail, you have changed the path of our future and we thank you so much! If you are a person feeling defeated, helpless, or afraid about your child’s welfare I would say this; you do not know what you do not know. Gail dashed my partner’s fears away in one swipe with her confidence and experience. I would absolutely recommend Gail Mattey to anyone I met who needed a family lawyer.

Patrick
October 4, 2018

I came to Gail with my high-conflict divorce case needing to file a highly complex and emotionally-taxing motion to change child support as the non-custodial parent. 10-years into my nearly constant, post-divorce battle with my ex regarding child support amount and adjustment disputes; motion/counter-motion, I had little hope and even less money with which to file my latest motion. Right away in our initial meeting she not only listened to me but I was amazed and happily suprised at how quickly she got up to speed with the background of my case - even laying out the basic strategy elements of how she would approach, complete, file and defend my particular motion for the best chance at getting a positive result. I could also tell she actually cared about my outcome and that, combined with her 7-years of direct experience working under several judges/referees within the Hennepin County Family Court system, as well as her being sensitive to costs (I’m not rich) and willing to allow me some flexibility on that, convinced me to hire her. With no prior experience on my case, and with only a (long) day’s worth of work, we worked collaboratively on it together and by the end of it I had a solid motion - and some regained hope - with which to go back to court. At my hearing, Gail did an amazing job presenting and defending my motion; efficiently and effectively highlighting the important points of what I needed changed and why...even the judge commented on and thanked her for submitting a well-written motion that helped her quickly discern and deal with the facts and circumstances with my motion. After expecting another disappointing day at the FJC, I could’t believe that the judge actually ruled on it that day - and mostly in my favor. I’m convinced it wouldn’t have happened that way had I been with any of the several attorneys I’ve hired for these types of matters in the past. I sincerely and highly recommend Gail for any family law issues you have to deal with in Hennepin County and will definitely depend on her unique combination of legal talent and Hennepin County family court system-specific experience with any future motions I need to file.

anonymous
August 7, 2018

I reached out to Atty Mattey via email. She replied promptly. My case is for Interstate Child Support. She gave me an hour free consultation where she analyzed my case and provided invaluable, unbiased advise. She wasn't just interested with retainer fees, she was interested whether I needed to spend for a lawyer or not. Very transparent and very professional. I am thankful I picked her to consult with and I would retain her if the need arises.

Courtney
July 31, 2018

I consulted with Gail and referred a close friend of mine to her. She was not only knowledgeable and experienced, but also had an energy and passion that really impressed me. In a short amount of time (6 weeks) she was able to not only provide my friend hope - when he had given up - but also changed his entire life. My friend expressed to me that he felt like someone finally cared, listened and actually represented him and his wishes (rights), as he had been through this before and felt as if he were left high and dry, to represent himself in matters he was not experienced in. What Gail was able to do in a such a short period of time, feels like nothing short of a miracle. To hear my friend sharing about his newly granted parenting time, and the FAIR order of child support, it truly has been amazing and heart-warming. I now recommend anyone I meet that is needing advice or representation in Family Law matters to Mattey Family Law. She is a Miracle-Worker and I thank her from the bottom of my heart! She is amazing!

Matt
July 27, 2018

I had been through two separate lawyers before hiring Gail. The two past lawyers always had assistants calling about the case and writing the proposals. We never got passed mediation and I did all the talking in the mediation room. Working with Gail I received everything I was originally denied in mediation over 18 months ago without even going to mediation or court! Gail was very hands on and did all the work; research, communication with opposing representation, writing proposals/stipulations, and always calling me to clarify information regarding the case. I highly recommend Gail to anyone seeking to rectify family matters in court. As I guy who felt the system was failing him, Gail turned everything around for me! The process took less than 6 weeks. Thanks Gail!

Ashley
March 22, 2021

Gail Mattey has been a phenomenal attorney in my divorce/domestic abuse/child custody situation. My children were with-held from me for over three months, and after a very stressful court hearing I was almost immediately able to pick them up from their father and bring them back home. She has been a godsend for me and my case. Gail is very down to earth, and easy to talk to. Although she is very kind and compassionate, she is a force to be reckoned with.

monica
March 16, 2021

Gail Mattey is very professional, dedicated, passionate about her career and who genuinely cares about her client. She took over my divorce & OFP case for free but yet fought with the voracity of a client worth billions. She educated me on what we should expect, the likely outcome would be and them she achieved it. When my kids dad serviced me an OFP, Gail, would be up late at 10pm working on my case. She would call be least everyday, she is very good with communications and updates. Gail is very organized, assertive, goal oriented and fearless. I am very pleased, happy and proud of you. God bless you for fighting for me and reunifying me and my children. You are absolutely the best.

Melanie
March 13, 2021

Gail is very compassionate, knowledgeable, and efficient. I was very lucky to have Gail. It was a very difficult time for me to have a divorce and I needed it completed very quickly. With her many wonderful qualities as a person and lawyer she got me to the other side. She will always hold a special place in my heart. I highly recommend Gail.

Glenda
March 10, 2021

If it was not for Gail Mattey, I don’t know where I would be right now. I was so lost and had zero hope. You see, I was in an abusive relationship for a very long time, and as you can imagine, it did not end well. Gail was a super star in every way, from how much she charged me knowing I didn’t have much, to how she handled all of my ex’s lawyer’s absurd demands. My ex’s lawyer was actually his sister who I had known and called family for 18 years, but when we separated, she came after me with a vengeance: filing after filing, demand after demand, roadblock after roadblock, and endless amounts of hostility towards me and Gail. In the end, my ex’s lawyer’s tricks did not work, because Gail skillfully argued my case to the judge, who ruled in my favor, giving me almost everything I was hoping for. Gail took me on not only as a client, but she treated me as a friend and immediately made me feel like I was a top priority. The compassion she has for her clients is something you don’t see every day. She made me feel like she had my back and that I was not alone when I felt like I had no one. Gail is an amazing person and an even better lawyer.

anonymous
March 10, 2021

When looking for a lawyer to help in getting what you deserve throughout a stressful process Gail is the one. I felt heard and I felt that there were moments that I wanted to have a say and I was able to do just that. Gail is reasonable with a team approach including the client in the decision making and then executing what needs to be done!

Olivia
June 7, 2019

What Gail did for our family has transformed our life entirely. My partner and I were living in a world controlled by someone else which was extremely tumultuous causing problems throughout our lives and in our relationship. He was wary of seeking custody after a court letdown years earlier, being the father in a mother’s state, amongst other anxieties that kept us living in fear. It was during the first minutes upon meeting Gail that he decided to hire her after she assured us that we could get exactly what we deserved, more even. Gail is an incredible, stellar attorney. She worked hard for me, my family, and my daughter so that we could finally have the life together that we all, especially our child, deserve. Gail was consistently available and responsive when we had questions or concerns, and the process moved very swiftly. She was honest about expectations moving through the courts and her wealth of knowledge was invaluable in our case. We started off small, building our case on our own. Then we met Gail and she said, “let’s go big; we can do it.” We were awarded 50/50 custody and are currently thriving. We have our daughter on a consistent schedule with alternating holidays and she has never been happier. What could have been a long and strenuous experience, Gail turned it into quick work. I believe that she was the exact person we needed to give us the hope we were desperate for. Both myself and my partner are so deeply thankful for her dedication and passion for her work. Gail, you have changed the path of our future and we thank you so much! If you are a person feeling defeated, helpless, or afraid about your child’s welfare I would say this; you do not know what you do not know. Gail dashed my partner’s fears away in one swipe with her confidence and experience. I would absolutely recommend Gail Mattey to anyone I met who needed a family lawyer.

Patrick
October 4, 2018

I came to Gail with my high-conflict divorce case needing to file a highly complex and emotionally-taxing motion to change child support as the non-custodial parent. 10-years into my nearly constant, post-divorce battle with my ex regarding child support amount and adjustment disputes; motion/counter-motion, I had little hope and even less money with which to file my latest motion. Right away in our initial meeting she not only listened to me but I was amazed and happily suprised at how quickly she got up to speed with the background of my case - even laying out the basic strategy elements of how she would approach, complete, file and defend my particular motion for the best chance at getting a positive result. I could also tell she actually cared about my outcome and that, combined with her 7-years of direct experience working under several judges/referees within the Hennepin County Family Court system, as well as her being sensitive to costs (I’m not rich) and willing to allow me some flexibility on that, convinced me to hire her. With no prior experience on my case, and with only a (long) day’s worth of work, we worked collaboratively on it together and by the end of it I had a solid motion - and some regained hope - with which to go back to court. At my hearing, Gail did an amazing job presenting and defending my motion; efficiently and effectively highlighting the important points of what I needed changed and why...even the judge commented on and thanked her for submitting a well-written motion that helped her quickly discern and deal with the facts and circumstances with my motion. After expecting another disappointing day at the FJC, I could’t believe that the judge actually ruled on it that day - and mostly in my favor. I’m convinced it wouldn’t have happened that way had I been with any of the several attorneys I’ve hired for these types of matters in the past. I sincerely and highly recommend Gail for any family law issues you have to deal with in Hennepin County and will definitely depend on her unique combination of legal talent and Hennepin County family court system-specific experience with any future motions I need to file.

anonymous
August 7, 2018

I reached out to Atty Mattey via email. She replied promptly. My case is for Interstate Child Support. She gave me an hour free consultation where she analyzed my case and provided invaluable, unbiased advise. She wasn't just interested with retainer fees, she was interested whether I needed to spend for a lawyer or not. Very transparent and very professional. I am thankful I picked her to consult with and I would retain her if the need arises.

Courtney
July 31, 2018

I consulted with Gail and referred a close friend of mine to her. She was not only knowledgeable and experienced, but also had an energy and passion that really impressed me. In a short amount of time (6 weeks) she was able to not only provide my friend hope - when he had given up - but also changed his entire life. My friend expressed to me that he felt like someone finally cared, listened and actually represented him and his wishes (rights), as he had been through this before and felt as if he were left high and dry, to represent himself in matters he was not experienced in. What Gail was able to do in a such a short period of time, feels like nothing short of a miracle. To hear my friend sharing about his newly granted parenting time, and the FAIR order of child support, it truly has been amazing and heart-warming. I now recommend anyone I meet that is needing advice or representation in Family Law matters to Mattey Family Law. She is a Miracle-Worker and I thank her from the bottom of my heart! She is amazing!

Matt
July 27, 2018

I had been through two separate lawyers before hiring Gail. The two past lawyers always had assistants calling about the case and writing the proposals. We never got passed mediation and I did all the talking in the mediation room. Working with Gail I received everything I was originally denied in mediation over 18 months ago without even going to mediation or court! Gail was very hands on and did all the work; research, communication with opposing representation, writing proposals/stipulations, and always calling me to clarify information regarding the case. I highly recommend Gail to anyone seeking to rectify family matters in court. As I guy who felt the system was failing him, Gail turned everything around for me! The process took less than 6 weeks. Thanks Gail!