Atty. Matthew Charles Rist

Atty. Matthew Charles Rist

Matthew Charles Rist is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence. Matthew has been licensed for 23 years.

Washington Washington 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Matthew Charles Rist at a glance

Matthew Charles Rist is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, and dv defense attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2003) and Maryland (2005). Educated at University of Arizona College of Law (JD, 2003). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Charles Rist is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence
  • Matthew has been licensed for 23 years
  • Matthew practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Charles Rist's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Matthew Charles Rist's law office located?
Matthew Charles Rist's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Charles Rist handle?
Matthew Charles Rist focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Matthew Charles Rist practiced law?
Matthew Charles Rist has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Matthew Charles Rist go to law school?
Matthew Charles Rist earned their education at (JD, 2003).
How can I contact Matthew Charles Rist for a consultation?
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Education

JD
University of Arizona College of Law
- 2003

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 2003
Maryland
Admitted: 2005

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