Atty. Matthew A. Crist

Atty. Matthew A. Crist

I am dedicated to my clients. I have served clients in courts throughout Virginia; from Winchester to Arlington, from Newport News to Fairfax.

Manassas Manassas 13 yrs experience 13 year
Call (703) 914-3496 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew A. Crist at a glance

Matthew A. Crist is a Member based in Manassas, Virginia, practicing at Matthew A. Crist, PLLC. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2013), United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia (2014), District of Columbia (2015), and United States District Court for the District of Columbia (2015). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (J.D., 2013) and Wayne State University (B.A. Political, 2009). Serands clients in Manassas, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • I am dedicated to my clients
  • I have served clients in courts throughout Virginia
  • from Winchester to Arlington, from Newport News to Fairfax
  • I have litigated cases in both federal and state courts
  • My practice areas include personal injury, civil rights, car accidents, slip and fall, business disputes, contract formation, transactions, and consultation
  • But I provide so much more than paperwork to my clients
  • In 2001 to 2005, I served in the United States Army
  • After I exited the service, I attended Wayne State University and earned two Bachelors of Arts, one in Political Science and another in Philosophy
  • I then graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and was admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia in 2013
  • In the past I have volunteered to assist veterans with their disability claims and appeals, and I assisted the ill and elderly with wills, trusts, and advanced medical directives
  • Presently, my primary focus is on litigation and making complex legal problems seem simple and painless for my clients

Publications

  • You Have the Right to Remain Vigilant, 91 U. Det
  • Mercy L. Rev. 77 (2014)

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew A. Crist's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew A. Crist handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Manassas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew A. Crist

Where is Matthew A. Crist's law office located?
Matthew A. Crist's law practice is located in Manassas, Virginia. The firm is Matthew A. Crist, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew A. Crist handle?
Matthew A. Crist focuses on contracts, personal injury, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Matthew A. Crist practiced law?
Matthew A. Crist has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Matthew A. Crist go to law school?
Matthew A. Crist earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.A. Political, 2009).
How can I contact Matthew A. Crist for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew A. Crist directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
- 2013
B.A. Political
Wayne State University
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2013
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 2014
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2015
United States District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 2015
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2023

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