Atty. Matthew Ian Terry

Atty. Matthew Ian Terry

Matthew Ian Terry is a lawyer practicing criminal law, law practice mgmt, dui & dwi and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a degree from Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 16 years.

San Diego San Diego 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Ian Terry at a glance

Matthew Ian Terry is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, military, and appellate attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in California (2010). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (JD, 2009) and Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA California St Univ Chico, Chico, CA (—). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Matthew Ian Terry is a lawyer practicing criminal law, law practice mgmt, dui & dwi and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a degree from Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Matthew practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Ian Terry's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Ian Terry 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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Military Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Ian Terry

Where is Matthew Ian Terry's law office located?
Matthew Ian Terry's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Ian Terry handle?
Matthew Ian Terry focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, military, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Ian Terry practiced law?
Matthew Ian Terry has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Matthew Ian Terry go to law school?
Matthew Ian Terry earned their education at (JD, 2009); (—).
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Education

JD
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
- 2009
Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA California St Univ Chico, Chico, CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2010

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