Atty. Matthew A. Devos
Attorney Matthew A. DeVos was born and raised in Baldwin, Wisconsin, a small town in the northwestern part of the state.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Monona, WI · 25+ Years Experience
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About Matthew A. Devos at a Glance
Matthew A. Devos is a Member based in Monona, Wisconsin, practicing at Zerbst & Kluck, S.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on personal injury and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2001), U.S District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (2001), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2002). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 2001) and Hamline University (B.A., 1998). Active member of Sauk County and Dane County Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Monona, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew A. Devos
- Attorney Matthew A. DeVos was born and raised in Baldwin, Wisconsin, a small town in the northwestern part of the state
- He is a 1998 graduate of Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota and a 2001 graduate of the Unversity of Wisconsin Law School
- Matt has dedicated his legal career to handling personal injury cases
- He has established a track record and reputation of success and has helped many hundreds of clients
- He does not represent insurance companies and will only represent plaintiffs--the injury victim
- From pre-lawsuit settlements to jury trials, he has handled a wide range of injury and accident cases such as automobile collisions, motorcycle accidents, slip-and-fall injuries, dog bites, dangerous and defective products, falling merchandise, construction site accidents, nursing home neglect, medical malpractice, pharmaceutical negligence, workplace injuries...and the list could go on
- Matt believes strongly that proper representation can only come through an honest, personalized and trusting relationship between a lawyer and a client
- Because no two cases are ever the same and there is no "cookie cutter" method of handling an injury case, the best results can only be achieved through an effective attorney-client relationship
- Matt resides in McFarland with his wife and three daughters
- Being very active in the community, he is a member of the First United Methodist Church in downtown Madison, serving as President of the First United Methodist Church Foundation (2014-2018) as well as Co-Chancellor to the Wisconsin Conference of the First United Methodist Church (2015)
- He is also an active member of Business Networking International and the Capital City Chapter of Muskies, Inc. During the winter months, Matt coaches youth girls basketball in McFarland and in the summer he does his best to find at least some spare time for his favorite outdoor recreational pursuit: Muskie fishing
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew A. Devos's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew A. Devos handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Monona.
Personal Injury in Monona
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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Criminal Defense in Monona
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Monona
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Monona are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Monona Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Monona-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Monona Choose Matthew A. Devos
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew A. Devos's practice in the field of personal injury and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew A. Devos brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wisconsin, U.S District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Matthew A. Devos can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and criminal defense, Matthew A. Devos can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Monona
A Monona-based practice means Matthew A. Devos attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew A. Devos Handles in Monona
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