Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Waco, TX · 36+ Years Experience
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About Matthew E. Johnson at a Glance
Matthew E. Johnson is a Dist. J. based in Waco, Texas. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, consumer, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1990). Educated at Oklahoma City University (J.D., 1990) and Baylor University (B.B.A., 1986). Serves clients in Waco, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew E. Johnson
- Mr. Matthew E. Johnson is a lawyer practicing criminal, personal injury, family law and 4 other areas of law
- Matthew received a B.B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Matthew practices in Waco, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew E. Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew E. Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Waco.
Personal Injury in Waco
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 Waco
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Matthew E. Johnson is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →
Family Law in Waco
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Consumer Protection in Waco
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
Matthew E. Johnson is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Texas →
Government & Administrative Law in Waco
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Matthew E. Johnson is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Waco
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Waco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Waco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Waco-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 Waco Choose Matthew E. Johnson
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 E. Johnson's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, family law, consumer, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew E. Johnson brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Matthew E. Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Waco
A Waco-based practice means Matthew E. Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Matthew E. Johnson Handles in Waco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew E. Johnson has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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