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Barrister Law Firm, P.A. is committed to practicing criminal defense, family law, probate matters and civil litigation. Our firm litigates criminal matters, in both State and Federal court, for clients throughout Florida. We pride ourselves on our personal, compassionate and intimate approach to handling cases. It is imperative to engage an experienced and capable law firm to safeguard, protect and preserve your rights.

Our painstaking attention to detail sets us apart from our peers and uniquely positions us to successfully tackle a diverse array of challenging cases. We demand the best and do not yield until we have met or exceeded our clients’ expectations. Our commitment to success has earned us a distinguished name in the legal community. There is a great deal of room in the legal field for strategy, ingenuity, and unconventional thinking. In protecting our clients’ interests, we consider every possible angle, offering creative solutions that the opposing party may not expect and delivering results through innovative legal strategies.

Our drive for excellence and client satisfaction has earned us a status as unrelenting legal advocates.When you need an Orlando Criminal Defense Attorney, Barrister Law Firm stands ready with some of the best defense lawyers in Florida.

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Great job Matt! We knew instantly upon our first communication that you were the person to get the job done. You were thorough in your investigation and review of the contract and knowledgeable about the law and consumer protections. Most of all… you took a sincere interest in the clients and their predicament and listened to their story and concerns and were responsive and clear in your communication. I only wish you were in Honolulu, so that I could refer you to real estate clients of mine here. Thanks very much for your exemplary work! Aloha — Nancee

We have always relied on Matt DeBoard to guide us on legal matters. We’ve never had anything monumental arise but when an issue led to a mediation, I was blown away by Matt’s professionalism, guidance, and most importantly by his creativity. We actually walked away on excellent terms with the other party and Matt’s shrewd negotiation skills left us feeling like we’d actually completely resolved the issue without any sacrifice at all. I’d recommend Matt DeBoard to anyone seeking thoughtful and rational legal direction. — Appraisal Basics

Matt Rygh jumped into the end of a very ugly divorce and sale of marital home with equity and money issues. He and Matt DeBoard, with his real estate experience, also jumped in at last minute to aid in negotiating and helping me resolve this so I can move on with my life. I am thankful for their support and their ability to handle this litigation in and out of the courtroom. — Susan Baughman

I sent in a question about probate and was called within 2 business days with an answer, and not just a generic one with a req. to become a client. They showed they truly care about "people", by taking the time to explain in full. She was super nice, and gave guidance on how to proceed. I am def. saving all of their information. This is the kind of office, I want to do business with and have in my corner. Thank you! — JT Duncan

Incredible service by Matt Rygh and his staff. My business had an issue with another business that was attempting to bully us with threats of a lawsuit. Attorney Rygh did several hours of research and penned a letter, resulting in complete dropping of the case. Attorney Rygh was very thorough with his approach to the issue and explained what he was to do. He did not, and cannot promise results, as nothing in life is certain, however with the job he did, it made us rest much much easier. Definitely utilize this law firm for your business needs. — Dale Graham

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Matthew Rygh, Esq Partner

Matt Rygh is a strong and dedicated advocate for his clients. His professional philosophy is that every client deserves his undivided attention. Matt takes on cases he is qualified and skilled to handle, and he is never intimidated by other attorneys or their tactics. As a Senior Partner at Barrister Law Firm, his goal is for his clients to benefit from his skills, commitment, and education. Matt decided to open his own practice so that he could more readily apply his professional philosophy and goals to every case he handles. He has dedicated his career to helping people who have real life issues; as such, Matt specializes in areas including criminal defense, family law, probate law and civil litigation. He is a licensed attorney in Florida and is admitted to practice in all Florida Civil and Criminal Courts, as well as Federal cases before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.

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4.9

Based on 83 reviews

Barrister Law Firm, P.A.

4.9

Cara Jackson

12:05 03 Feb 23

I must say I am super impressed with the length and customer service provided by Ms Carol and barlaw firm based on my own experience with other law firms. You all will now be my go to and referral source when my real estate clients or someone I know needs your assistance.

Nelia Fontes

19:22 20 Jan 23

Very pleased with this law firm and Mat Beboard...he gave us alot of advise and even pointed out some very important tasks, he's looking out for your best interest , would really recommend this place and Mat especially, if we ever need a lawyer , this place would be the one-thanks Mat for everything you did for us, you made this transaction go much more smoothly.

Kathy Ugarte

23:21 30 Dec 22

There are not enough words to express how much I appreciate Matt and his firm. Matt is very professional, personable and genuinely cares about is clients. He was with me every step of the way and was/is very prompt about getting back to me whenever I had/have any questions. I couldn't of asked for a better attorney to meet my needs.

Angela Sessoms

21:37 04 Nov 22

My client used Matt DeBoard at Barrister Law Firm and we couldn’t have been more pleased with his service.Matt was quick to respond, worked diligently to complete the estate settlement. Highly recommend and will definitely keep his number in my list of go to’s!!!Angela Sessoms , RealtorC21 Carioti

Elvin Tolentino

23:15 27 Sep 22

Christi McCullars, Melody Hoover, and all of the team were amazing to work with. Very approachable and answered all questions. If needed, would work with them again.

Nick Keeney

03:19 06 Jul 22

What can I say that hasn't been said about these guys? This firm is just unbelievably outstanding! Can't even begin to describe the lengths they go through to make sure you are taken care from start to finish. Just an amazing experience!! Matt is just an remarkable individual, the firm as a whole is phenomenal, period. There is no need to look anywhere else for your legal needs!

Emily Neuschwanter

21:46 26 May 22

Matthew Deboard was professional, courteous, and prompt. Very pleasant experience.

Rebecca Cassell

01:49 11 Mar 22

This firm is the most efficient, professional and courteous law firm I have ever worked with and I’ve worked with a lot over 25 firms. Just wanted to say the whole staff was wonderful and did things in a very timely manner. I would recommend them to anyone who needs an Attorney. In this day and time it’s hard to find a firm with this type of etiquette, very honorable. Thank you for working with me and being my attorney.

Daniel Skelly

11:20 23 Feb 22

Matt and his team at Barrister Law have helped me and my family for years through a range of issues. They have proven time and time again that there is no one else I'd rather turn to for legal help.Matt has navigated every issue with professionalism, attention to detail, knowledge of the law, and excellent communication which has gotten results every time. I never felt in the dark about what was going on in my case or what to expect in the courtroom.Matt and his team truly care about what they are doing and invest themselves in the best outcome for their clients, going above and beyond expectations.I would recommend Matt to anyone looking for the best legal assistance, I have had only good experiences.

Alex Casanova

19:35 10 Feb 22

Owning a business I understand it can be hard at times to provide excellent customer service and even service. But when I contacted Matt at Barrister Law I could tell from the first phone call I was at the right place. Matt and everyone at Barrister Law kept me updated and took care of my case a lot faster vs what I thought.

Nikolaus Dunn

22:06 04 Feb 22

I’ve been a client of Matt Rygh’s for years. He is very knowledgeable about the law and has always taken the time to explain the law to me in enough detail where I feel like I can make a truly informed decision. I frequently don’t like what he explains to me, but that’s because of how the law works. Not his fault, obviously. I feel a lot safer with him backing me up.

Joseph R. Dionne

19:28 07 Jan 22

This team did a phenomenal job for a mutual client. We had the pleasure of working with Andrea and Allie.When asked to jump in and save the day (all during the craziness of the holiday season) after another Title Company dropped the ball - The Barrister Law Firm team jumped in and got new title work completed, reviewed and out within days.My team was overseeing the lending side and we were beyond impressed by the professionalism and speed that this team put forth. They came through for the seller and buyer in a major! A+ would recommend to anyone looking for Title Services

Jordan Smith

20:00 04 Jan 22

Honestly, Matt Rygh is my hero. My divorce situation was looking like I was going to completely lose everything, including my dog. My dog is my world, so before I met Matt, I was completely broken. Cried more than I ever had in my life. Not to mention how abusive and controlling my ex husband was. Within the first MINUTE of talking to Matt about my situation, I hadn’t even mentioned anything about my ex, he stopped me in my tracks and recognized EXACTLY what I was dealing with. I PROMISE YOU that you will not find another lawyer like Matt. He is intuitive, empathetic, fierce, steadfast, determined, and most of all calming. Like I said, I have never cried or been as emotional as I was during my divorce. Matt remained my constant rock of reassurance. I wouldn’t be where I am now if it weren’t for him; because of Matt Rygh I get to hold my sweet dog and fall asleep with her every night without worry. There is NO ONE like him!!!

Jonathan C

22:47 01 Dec 21

Matthew Deboard was a true professional. He literally travelled on last minute notice to our closing and helped us with any questions we had. He also explained what we should expect in fees from our new build home. Having him at our side made us feel more comfortable on closing. I would definitely recommend you use this law firm and ask for Matt if you need an attorney.

Brian Kiernicki

01:04 29 Nov 21

The team at Barrister Law was so easy and professional to work with. They were quick to respond to any questions we had and to any special requests. Aside from their great customer service, they were able to help us get what we needed and assisted us with a quick resolution to our issue. We can't thank them enough.

Steven Koense

20:04 18 Oct 21

I am an attorney in Pennsylvania, and I was in need of an attorney to open an estate in Florida on behalf of a recently deceased client of mine. I was fortunate enough to speak directly with Matt DeBoard, Esq., provided him with enough detail about a contentious issue that needed to be resolved. He took all of the information and was in contact with my client's partner, and was able to handle matters directly and quickly. The client was extremely pleased with hi professionalism, and his responsiveness to any questions he had. I will certainly be happy to use him and his firm should the need ever arise again.

Eric Boughman

22:35 09 Oct 21

I have worked side by side with the attorneys and staff at this firm and they are very dedicated, knowledgeable, and skilled. I would not hesitate to refer one of my clients. Having good hands with Matt and Matt and the rest of the team!

Jose Barbosa

17:19 24 Sep 21

Barrister Law provided me with excellent, professional, comprehensive, and compassionate service. I was guided through the probate process, in a clear, concise, and amiable manner, during a period of distress. I strongly recommend the firm for your legal needs.

John Puhek

01:08 16 Jul 21

I needed a copy of my wife's power of attorney and health care surrogate faxed to our general practitioner. Carol Bunker was very responsive and faxed it over within and hour. It was a pleasure to be able to interface with a human rather than a computer.

Rick Aggro

23:58 23 Jun 21

Very pleased with how Matt Rygh handled my case. So thankful I chose him to represent me. Beyond fair price for what he was able to do. Best lawyer I have ever had. Thanks again! Happy to be a free man.

Andie RUff

12:50 27 May 21

Carol is very professional, she always is quick to respond, everything gets done in a very timely matter. I would definitely recommend Barrister Law Firm to anyone who is looking for legal assistance.Andie Ruff

sean mcquade

15:46 22 Apr 21

Mr Deboard helped me with a personal injury case. He was very professional and always responsive if I had a question or needed something. He was also very honest and open about what I could expect out of the case. I would recommend him and his law firm for any of your legal needs.

Connie Lisano

18:12 30 Mar 21

Can’t say enough about this group. So kind, friendly and above all knowledgeable. During these times, it’s nice to find a group of people that actually bring a smile into the conversation. Extremely helpful and responsive.

Felix Rivera

21:42 18 Mar 21

Referred by another Attorney, I a Realtor contacted him and found him to be very knowledgeable, pleasant and extremely helpful in a Real Estate purchase I was envolved in. I would recommend his services to everyone specially if you are a Realtor or involved in a Real Estate transaction. Thank You Mr. Matthew DeBoard, Esq.

Michael Emanuel

19:02 08 Mar 21

Extremely knowledgeable!!! Plenty of helpful information on estates, probates and general real estate law. I couldn't have been happier working with Matt Deboard. Try reaching out first in a free consultation.After receiving months of wishy washy guidance from another firm, I was forced to look elsewhere. So glad I did. Matt helped me get from Point A to Point B through some rough waters and I always felt supported by him and his team. Very knowledgeable and flexible, sometimes calling me the evening before a holiday when I had concerns.I wouldn't hesitate to use their services and highly recommend you give them a call if you're in need!

Mike Derenthal

18:16 09 Feb 21

I know and and have worked with a lot of very good attorneys over the years and can personally attest to the fact that Matt's legal knowledge, strategic advice, and his grasp of the bigger picture makes him one of the best family law attorneys in Central Florida. I recommend him without pause to anyone who needs the right family law attorney in their corner.

kimberly mcdaniel

15:59 06 Dec 20

Matt Deboard went over expectations of an attorney. From day one he has been in contact with me and keeping me updated on my case. He made himself available and easy to speak with. He truly has helped me and my family with this difficult time and is very understanding to his clients needs.We will highly recommend him to anyone looking for a honest attorney.

Frank Montes

21:10 18 Nov 20

Matt D. was great in helping me resolve my legal issue. I am also an attorney and was very pleased with his responsiveness and how quickly he addressed my concerns. Would highly recommend.

ami williams

00:54 03 Nov 20

So amazing and helpful and always available. will always recommend this law firm . You don't have to wait for a call back hardly ever and if you do the response is fast. explain everything and i highly recommend this law firm as the best all around in OrlandoThank youAmy Williams

Cludeen Roundtree

20:38 01 Oct 20

Matt D. and Carol B. were a great help to me and my family to resolve my uncle's probate case. Considering the county jurisdiction we had to work in is known for being a bit trying, I am so glad they were here to help us navigate that maze. This is the best experience I've ever had working with a law firm so I would happily recommend them to everyone I know.

Fred Waller

20:34 30 Sep 20

Had an initial consultation with Matt Deboard today. Was blown away by how much he was willing to share. He gave my wife and I some great guidance and first steps before we even hire him which was selfless on his part. He also shared with us a connection that may help. I chose to call him because of the reviews I read. So impressed with him so I had to share a review. When is google going to allow a 6 out of 5

Justin Towers

13:25 01 Sep 20

The team at Barrister Law Firm did an excellent job through my father's probate. I live in a different state and most of our communication was done via email. They always answered all of my questions promptly and thoroughly. The entire process was smooth and seamless. Highly recommend!

Ellie Bowen

14:37 13 May 20

I am beyond grateful I made the decision to trust my case with Matt Rygh. Matt took the time to understand my needs and then came along side me and fought the good fight for me. I would definitely recommend Matt Rygh to anyone who is looking for a thorough attorney who cares and will be there for you when you need him.

Fred Gates

18:29 03 Apr 20

Matt was referred to me by another well-respected attorney in the Orlando area. He did not feel he was the best suited to handle my issue but called me personally, spent over 40 minutes on the phone with me discussing my options and referred me someone he knows and trusts. I sent an email to Matt in the evening and received a call before 10:00a.m. You can't ask for better than that.

Daniel Wilson

17:36 04 Mar 20

I have personally used Matt Rygh with Barrister Law, and can't thank him enough for all the hard work he has done to help over the years. One of the best criminal law, probate law, real estate law, and family law attorneys I know of in Orlando, Florida. Matt's communication, and dedication to his clients is above five star service. His knowledge of all the legal procedures, and effectiveness to help in your case has always been fantastic. I am glad to refer Matt & Barrister Law to my friends and family.

Jac My3

20:35 02 Mar 20

I called with a will and probate questions. Judy not only called back the next day but sent information to help me on 3 different occasions and never even charged me. In my experience this kindness doesn’t happen very often. Thank you again you will be my first call in the future.

Wendy Garcia

21:10 24 Jan 20

Matt DeBoard called me right back and answered all my real estate questions.Matt was very Professional and went Above and Beyond my expectations!I would definitely recommend him and his firm for any real estate questions or service needs! Matt and Alex the receptionist were both a Pleasure to speak with!

Ray Junior

21:03 16 Jan 20

THIS is the guy you're looking for if you need anything done in real estate!I'm a real estate investor that was desperately looking for a competent, courteous and responsive real estate attorney. I started with Matt Deboard at Barrister law more than a year ago. HE'S ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! He is, bar none (yes i see the pun), the most friendly and dedicated attorney I have worked with in my entire life. So many attorneys only care about raking in endless retainers and never call you back and you only hear from them when your retainer is low. So many attorneys have no interest in talking to you no matter how many messages you leave. Not Matt - he's incredibly responsive, works very, very hard and is wildly communicative.But best of all: he knows his stuff and he's built an incredible reputation with judges around central florida as a trustworthy and reliable attorney.I'm thankful that, over time, he's become not just my trusted attorney for real estate but also for estate planning and a friend.

Michael Brown

19:58 26 Dec 19

Matt and Matt are great. Thoughtful gentleman who helped me with a personal matter. Detailed and thorough. Highly recommend.

N Dan

21:07 19 Sep 19

A winning choice! Matt DeBoard is an effective communicator and a very experienced negotiator. I am grateful for his steady approach in resolving my real estate matter. I got more than I was hoping for in the end. Thank you Barrister Law Firm.

cody hansen

17:22 07 Sep 19

The Barrister law firm contacted me within 24 hours after my initial inquiry. Judy was very helpful and answered all of my probate questions. She even researched some confusing aspects about my particular probate situation and was able to explain everything to me. It was such a pleasure to talk to someone who understands the process. This is the law firm I will be using in the future.- Joelle Hansen

Louis Alcin

16:57 20 Aug 19

Allie went well above and beyond, staying after office hours working on her case. Her passion for helping individuals definitely blew me away. I would highly recommend Allie to EVERYONE! She is absolutely amazing!!!!

Angelika Anderson

16:28 13 Mar 17

Matt Rygh is amazing. If you need a lawyer that know how to handle business then he is your guy! Thank you so much for all the hard work you put in.

Johnnie Johnson

23:34 07 Sep 22

How can you represent someone that is nothing but a fraud ,liar , thief among the lowest form of humans possible your helping a woman take someones entire life and throw it right in the trash all because of her lies .It's horrible that a law firm with your reputation can lower your standards to help in this woman's fraudulent activities .She preyed on 2 elderly relatives until they were dead then has there only son thrown in jail because of her lies she has the police and other officials in the Florida judicial system believing her lies she took everything that they owned including his clothes and did what she wanted with it then she sold his house with a forged deed and a forged made up Will THIS IS YOUR WAY OF BEING COMPASSIONATE WHO DOES THIS TO ANOTHER HUMAN BEING WITHOUT ANY REMORSE LIKE HIS LIFE DON'T MATTER WHAT IS THIS WORLD BECOMING

Lisa Bowden

12:20 05 Nov 21

I contacted this law firm to look over a contract for house. Dropped it off Oct. 15, 21 and the check $750 that day. Told them I needed this response right away. Never heard from the attorney until Tuesday. Told them needed response on Monday and the Attorney did not call or email till Tuesday. I went into office Monday and picked up my check. Over booked and to busy to handle his case load. Do not go here!

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