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Matthew A Marner

Matthew A Marner

 
  • DUI & DWI, Criminal Law, Domestic Violence
  • Arizona, California
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Ryan McPhie
Ryan McPhie May 4, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Mr. Marner is a top-notch criminal defense attorney. He has a rare combination of skills, experience, and training. He not only gets excellent results, but also excels in communicating with his clients. He is fierce when it comes to his work against the government, but compassionate with his clients. He genuinely cares. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Matt and I were both conflict/ PD counsel with 2 different Courts. I closely saw his work. We have also consulted on cases.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

Co-defendants

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2/2014-present
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Marner has a rare combination of skills, experience, and training. He is very good at getting good results, but also in communicating with his clients. He is fierce when it comes to his work against the government, but compassionate with his clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Knows the law better than the prosecutors. He is on top of every argument and weakness in the case

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Always able to find the holes in the case and predict the best path to attack them

Communication Skills: Excellent

He keeps his clients informed. He understands their need to be educated and included

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Will do what it takes to win, but would never compromise ethics

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal law
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Pro Bono and Community Services
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Edwin Alberto Molina III
Edwin Alberto Molina III May 8, 2019
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Mr. Marner's skill and results speak for themselves. He routinely presents training to other lawyers in the area and he is exceptionally well received for his thoughtfulness, thoroughness, and his tenacious approach to Criminal Defense and DUI Defense. Any client that has Mr. Marner in their corner should understand that they are in good hands. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Mr. Marner and I have worked in several indigent defense offices with the same colleagues, however, not at the same time. It is evident from Mr. Marner's work and his reputation in the community that he is certainly a top-tier lawyer.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

Mr. Marner has represented Defendants in Criminal Matters within the same office as myself, however, not at the same time that I was employed in the office.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Mr. Marner is a resource that any thoughtful lawyer would tap into when considering trial defenses/strategies. I worked in the Office of the Yuma Legal Defender in 2012, shortly after Mr. Marner departed the office. Also, I worked as a Vehicular Attorney in the Maricopa County Office of the Public Defender in 2016, shortly after Mr. Marner had also left that office for private practice.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Marner remains ahead of the curve in his field. He is always knowledgeable about the applicable laws and most effective defense strategies he can employ in any given case. If your case goes in front of a jury, he is effective and persuasive and will give you the greatest opportunity for success.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. Marner is very studious and remains up to date on changes in the law.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. Marner can see the issues hiding the weeds that will pop up before they even do, this is a gift.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Marner's communication skills are what helps him easily convey sophisticated material to juries and present the information in a way that is easily digestible.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. Marner has worked for years in the State of Arizona and he is known on both sides of the bar to be a stand-up person and a man of his word.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Defense and DUI
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Omer Ramiro Gurion
Omer Ramiro Gurion May 8, 2019
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Mr. Marner simply excels. I rate him a 10 because he, simply, he is an outstanding attorney. I have worked alongside Mr. Marner for years, both as a colleague and as a member of the criminal defense bar, and I can truthfully say that if Mr. Marner represents you you are in good hands. He zealously advocates for his clients in a knowledgeable and effective way and the results he obtains are amazing. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Mr. Marner and I were colleagues at two separate government firms.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

Mr. Marner and I frequently collaborated in representing the same defendants that our firm was helping.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2010; 2012-2014
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Very effective. Mr. Marner is knowledgeable and persuasive. He succeeds because he is the most prepared attorney in the courtroom.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. Marner has extensive knowledge of Arizona criminal law and has even taught classes relating to Arizona criminal law topics.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. Marner's analyses, both in written and oral form, are excellent.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Marner communicates well with both co-workers., opposing counsel, and clients. In all of my time knowing Mr. Marner he has never had communication issues.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. Marner is highly ethical and professional. He is a zealous advocate for his clients, but always acts in accordance with what is required of an attorney.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal law; DUI; Appeals
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Client Relations
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Kristopher Califano
Kristopher Califano August 16, 2018
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
I rated this lawyer a 10 because he is extraordinarily diligent and passionate. He is known in our industry as being an excellent litigator and watchdog. Additionally, he has a way of soothing clients' eases, but still offering straight and truthful communication. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

We worked together in the same law office. We both have left that office and now are in private practices. Matt Marner is an excellent lawyer and I have co-counseled with him, I have consulted with him, and even hired him to assist me in other cases.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

We worked together in the same law office. We both have left that office and now are in private practices. Matt Marner is an excellent lawyer and I have co-counseled with him, I have consulted with him, and even hired him to assist me in other cases.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2007-2017 (approx)
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Absolutely. Matt Marner is one of the best in our industry. Great criminal and DUI lawyer.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Matt is well cersed in DUI and criminal statutes and case law.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Matt understands the law and the human factors that enter into the equation of practicing law in Arizona. He is very smart, kind, and passionate.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Marner is a deft negotiator and excellent orator. He has won many bench and jury trials.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Matt Marner has a well deserved reputation for ethical advocacy. He is respected by the state and defense bar.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal and DUI
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology

We worked together in the same law office. We both have left that office and now are in private practices. Matt Marner is an excellent lawyer and I have co-counseled with him, I have consulted with him, and even hired him to assist me in other cases.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
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