Atty. Matthew E. Thatcher
MATTHEW E. THATCHER earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of South Florida Honors College in 1995 and his Juris Doctor with Honors from The University of Florida College of Law in 1998.
Civil Litigation and Trial Practice & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 28+ Years Experience
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About Matthew E. Thatcher at a Glance
Matthew E. Thatcher is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Solomon Law Group, P.A.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1998). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1998) and University of South Florida, Honors College (B.A., 1995). Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew E. Thatcher
- MATTHEW E. THATCHER earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of South Florida Honors College in 1995 and his Juris Doctor with Honors from The University of Florida College of Law in 1998
- Mr. Thatcher is admitted to practice in the Courts of Florida as well as the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
- While attending the University of Florida, Mr. Thatcher was the recipient of the best individual oralist award during the E. Earl Zehmer Moot Court Competition and was a founding editor in chief of the University of Florida Journal of Technology Law and Policy
- Mr. Thatcher is active in the Hillsborough County Bar Association, the Tampa Bay American Inn of Court, and is board certified in Marital and Family Law
- Mr. Thatcher has been published in The Florida General Practice Journal and in the Hillsborough County Bar Association’s publication, Lawyer
- Mr. Thatcher’s practice areas include commercial litigation, appellate law, bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, foreclosure, and family law
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew E. Thatcher's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew E. Thatcher handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Divorce in Tampa
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Family Law in Tampa
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Tampa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 Tampa 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 venue, 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-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 Tampa Choose Matthew E. Thatcher
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. Thatcher's practice in the field of divorce, family law, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew E. Thatcher brings 28+ 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 divorce, family law, and business, Matthew E. Thatcher can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Matthew E. Thatcher 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 E. Thatcher Handles in Tampa
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