Atty. Matthew Childs Ackley

Atty. Matthew Childs Ackley

Matthew Childs Ackley is a lawyer practicing criminal, real estate, landlord/tenant and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Henrico Henrico 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Matthew Childs Ackley at a glance

Matthew Childs Ackley is a Richmond Multi Jurisdiction Grand Jury Off. based in Henrico, Virginia. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1996). Educated at University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Henrico, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew Childs Ackley is a lawyer practicing criminal, real estate, landlord/tenant and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Matthew practices in Henrico, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Childs Ackley's Areas of Practice

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

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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Criminal Defense

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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Matthew Childs Ackley is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Matthew Childs Ackley is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Virginia →

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 Henrico 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 Childs Ackley

Where is Matthew Childs Ackley's law office located?
Matthew Childs Ackley's law practice is located in Henrico, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Childs Ackley handle?
Matthew Childs Ackley focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Matthew Childs Ackley practiced law?
Matthew Childs Ackley has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Matthew Childs Ackley go to law school?
Matthew Childs Ackley earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Matthew Childs Ackley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law
- 1996
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1996

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