Matt Burgess
Rock Hill, SC
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Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Car Accident
Language
English
About
Matt Burgess is a South Carolina attorney and has represented clients across the state in matters involving Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, General Civil & Appellate Litigation. Matt has been chosen a member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers and Top 40 Under 40; selected by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys and the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys as a member of their “10 Best Attorneys”; by the American Society of Legal Advocates as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the State of South Carolina; and has been recognized by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys as a recipient of their Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award. The Law Office of Matt Burgess, Ltd. Co. is located in downtown Rock Hill, where Matt regularly takes cases in York County and the surrounding areas- Cherokee, Chester, Chesterfield, Fairfield, Kershaw & Lancaster counties- though he has also represented clients across South Carolina’s Midlands & Lowcountry, including Lexington, Richland, Sumter & Charleston counties, among others. He has appeared locally and nationally on major broadcast networks and their affiliates- NBC, CBS, FOX & CNN- and quoted by mainstream periodicals, his casework featured in publications such as the Washington Post, New York Times, People & USA Today. Matt began his career with a general litigation firm in Manning, South Carolina (Clarendon County), where he spent two years as an associate before opening his practice in Rock Hill (York County). He is a member of the South Carolina Bar, the York County Bar and the Rock Hill Citadel Club, and has also volunteered in the South Carolina State Guard as a Captain in their JAG Section. In 2015, he was awarded their Commendation Medal for pro bono representation undertaken in State v. Stinney (1944), a unique legal matter involving the youngest defendant executed in the United States since the beginning of the 20th Century. In this 1944 case, George Stinney Jr., an African-American youth, was wrongfully convicted for the murders of two young, white girls in rural Alcolu, South Carolina, a small mill town in Clarendon County; electrocuted just 83 days after his arrest, he was 14 years-old and weighed 95 lbs. In 2013, Matt spearheaded a legal effort to clear Stinney’s name, and- in December 2014, seven decades after Stinney’s death- his conviction was posthumously vacated, marking perhaps the first time in United States history where judicial process has set aside a conviction post-execution. USA Today’s “50 Stories in 50 States” named Stinney South Carolina’s biggest story in 2014. Matt is a believer in the system created by our Founding Fathers, and understands that justice can only truly be reached through diligent representation from both sides of our adversarial system. He firmly believes that the Constitutional safeguards promised to each of our citizens are what set us apart as a Nation, and that these safeguards are to be vehemently protected: All are equal before the eyes of the law. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Matt is devoted to the preservation of these principles, and takes pride in defending those rights on behalf of his clients. He is similarly committed to representing the interests of those who have suffered harm at the hands of others’ negligence. Though a native of South Carolina- born in Columbia and raised in Camden- Matt graduated from high school in Franklin, Tennessee (just outside of Nashville) before returning to his home state to enroll at The Citadel, where he received his Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. As a freshman, “fourth-class” cadet, he was the youngest member of the entering class, having finished high school in three years, and went on to serve in a number of leadership positions during his time at The Military College. As a junior, he was selected as the November Company First Sergeant, tasked with the supervision of more than 100 peers and subordinates. As a senior, he was a member of the Summerall Guards, chosen for membership following a demanding initiation process of rigorous physical training, and was also the recipient of the 2010 Citadel English Faculty Award, awarded annually for the most outstanding academic essay submitted during the specified school year. Upon graduating from The Citadel with honors in May 2010, Matt enrolled at the Charleston School of Law. As a law student, he served as an extern in the quarters of The Honorable Thomas L. Hughston, Jr. In December 2012, Matt graduated early from law school and became licensed to practice law in the State of South Carolina. Matt is driven by the notion of making a positive difference in the lives of others, particularly those who need it the most. Each of his clients will receive every effort to ensure that their rights are protected. Matt can be reached at 803-909-9415, or, by e-mail, at [email protected].
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
Car Accident
Personal Injury
DUI and DWI
Language
English
Contact
The Law Office of Matt Burgess, Ltd. Co.331 E. Main St.Suite 200Rock Hill, SC, 29730331 E. Main St.Suite 200Suite 200Rock Hill, SC, 29730
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I hired Matt after being charged with a DUI for taking prescription medication. I was completely satisfied with Matt's representation! He was able to get the case dropped to reckless driving. Very pleased and should I need a lawyer in the future I will definitely call Matt Burgess.
When I was shopping around for an attorney I felt Matt was honest and not trying to “scare” me into hiring him like several other people made me feel. Matt was thorough and professional. He was also communicative and kept me in the loop through the entire process. I couldn’t of asked for a better attorney. Thanks again Matt!
This man stood behind me when I was going through my situation he also worked hard on my case and got my charges dismissed great service we need more lawyers around like him
I retained Matt Burgess in a matter with frictions with neighbors and a criminal lawsuit brought forward against me by the York County Sheriff. Matt listened to my explanations, asked the right questions and understood the matter in all details. He succeeded to settle this case to my complete satisfaction. in addition to that Matt is a very pleasant person and easy to deal with. I recommend considering Matt for any legal matter, which requires a lawyer.
Mr. Burgess did a great job helping out a friend of my daughters. He worked very hard to have all charges dropped and was successful in doing so. Thank you!
Matt was professional, honest and prompt. My case was eventually dismissed.
Matt Burgess got everything worked out and resolved my case to its conclusion.
I thought Matt was the best person for the job! He listened and understood my concerns. He took the appropriate steps to resolve the issue, and I am so appreciative. He was able to quickly get to the conclusion of my problem and resolve it. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney!
I have used many attorneys across the US for many different things. Matt is one of the Best I've ever had the chance to work with. He is efficient and knowledgeable. Handled my case very quickly and got me amazing results. I highly recommend Matt Burgess to anyone needing an Attorney. Thanks Matt!!
Matt was refereed to me by a friend and I couldn't of been happier with the way my case turned out. He really went to work for me from day one. I was charged with a DUI and he was able to get the charge dropped. He saved me thousands and the entire process took no more than 2 months. Very happy with the outcome, service, and I would highly recommend anyone to Matt!
I hired Matt after being charged with a DUI for taking prescription medication. I was completely satisfied with Matt's representation! He was able to get the case dropped to reckless driving. Very pleased and should I need a lawyer in the future I will definitely call Matt Burgess.
When I was shopping around for an attorney I felt Matt was honest and not trying to “scare” me into hiring him like several other people made me feel. Matt was thorough and professional. He was also communicative and kept me in the loop through the entire process. I couldn’t of asked for a better attorney. Thanks again Matt!
This man stood behind me when I was going through my situation he also worked hard on my case and got my charges dismissed great service we need more lawyers around like him
I retained Matt Burgess in a matter with frictions with neighbors and a criminal lawsuit brought forward against me by the York County Sheriff. Matt listened to my explanations, asked the right questions and understood the matter in all details. He succeeded to settle this case to my complete satisfaction. in addition to that Matt is a very pleasant person and easy to deal with. I recommend considering Matt for any legal matter, which requires a lawyer.
Mr. Burgess did a great job helping out a friend of my daughters. He worked very hard to have all charges dropped and was successful in doing so. Thank you!
Matt was professional, honest and prompt. My case was eventually dismissed.
Matt Burgess got everything worked out and resolved my case to its conclusion.
I thought Matt was the best person for the job! He listened and understood my concerns. He took the appropriate steps to resolve the issue, and I am so appreciative. He was able to quickly get to the conclusion of my problem and resolve it. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney!
I have used many attorneys across the US for many different things. Matt is one of the Best I've ever had the chance to work with. He is efficient and knowledgeable. Handled my case very quickly and got me amazing results. I highly recommend Matt Burgess to anyone needing an Attorney. Thanks Matt!!
Matt was refereed to me by a friend and I couldn't of been happier with the way my case turned out. He really went to work for me from day one. I was charged with a DUI and he was able to get the charge dropped. He saved me thousands and the entire process took no more than 2 months. Very happy with the outcome, service, and I would highly recommend anyone to Matt!
I hired Matt after being charged with a DUI for taking prescription medication. I was completely satisfied with Matt's representation! He was able to get the case dropped to reckless driving. Very pleased and should I need a lawyer in the future I will definitely call Matt Burgess.
When I was shopping around for an attorney I felt Matt was honest and not trying to “scare” me into hiring him like several other people made me feel. Matt was thorough and professional. He was also communicative and kept me in the loop through the entire process. I couldn’t of asked for a better attorney. Thanks again Matt!
This man stood behind me when I was going through my situation he also worked hard on my case and got my charges dismissed great service we need more lawyers around like him
I retained Matt Burgess in a matter with frictions with neighbors and a criminal lawsuit brought forward against me by the York County Sheriff. Matt listened to my explanations, asked the right questions and understood the matter in all details. He succeeded to settle this case to my complete satisfaction. in addition to that Matt is a very pleasant person and easy to deal with. I recommend considering Matt for any legal matter, which requires a lawyer.
Mr. Burgess did a great job helping out a friend of my daughters. He worked very hard to have all charges dropped and was successful in doing so. Thank you!
Matt was professional, honest and prompt. My case was eventually dismissed.
Matt Burgess got everything worked out and resolved my case to its conclusion.
I thought Matt was the best person for the job! He listened and understood my concerns. He took the appropriate steps to resolve the issue, and I am so appreciative. He was able to quickly get to the conclusion of my problem and resolve it. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney!
I have used many attorneys across the US for many different things. Matt is one of the Best I've ever had the chance to work with. He is efficient and knowledgeable. Handled my case very quickly and got me amazing results. I highly recommend Matt Burgess to anyone needing an Attorney. Thanks Matt!!
Matt was refereed to me by a friend and I couldn't of been happier with the way my case turned out. He really went to work for me from day one. I was charged with a DUI and he was able to get the charge dropped. He saved me thousands and the entire process took no more than 2 months. Very happy with the outcome, service, and I would highly recommend anyone to Matt!