Atty. Matthew Dean Phillips

Atty. Matthew Dean Phillips

Mr. Matthew Dean Phillips is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal trial law.

Daytona Beach Daytona Beach 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (386) 492-5930 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew Dean Phillips at a glance

Matthew Dean Phillips is a Public Defender'S Ofc based in Daytona Beach, Florida. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida (1990) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1992). Educated at Cumberland School of Law at Samford University (J.D., 1990) and Florida State University (B.S., 1983). Serands clients in Daytona Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Matthew Dean Phillips is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal trial law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Matthew practices in Daytona Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Dean Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Where is Matthew Dean Phillips's law office located?
Matthew Dean Phillips's law practice is located in Daytona Beach, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Dean Phillips handle?
Matthew Dean Phillips focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Matthew Dean Phillips practiced law?
Matthew Dean Phillips has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Matthew Dean Phillips go to law school?
Matthew Dean Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1983).
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Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law at Samford University
- 1990
B.S.
Florida State University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1992

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