Defending Your Rights...
Federal Criminal Defense
Felty Law Firm represents clients facing federal investigations, indictments, and serious criminal charges in the Western District of Virginia. Federal cases involve distinct procedures, agencies, sentencing rules, and risks that require careful preparation. Matthew Felty, Esq., draws on substantial federal court experience to protect clients’ rights, evaluate the government’s evidence, and build a defense tailored to the circumstances of each case. Learn more about Federal Criminal Defense at the link below.
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Felonies & Misdemeanors
While we proudly serve clients throughout Southwest Virginia, our expertise extends to any courtroom in the state of Virginia. Our deep understanding of local laws and court procedures allows us to effectively advocate for your interests, no matter where your case may be heard. Click the link below to learn more about legal strategies for Felonies & Misdemeanors. Visit our Service Area page to see what areas of Virginia we work in and the types of courts we work in.
A FRESH START...
Expungements & Sealing of Records
An old arrest, dismissed charge, or criminal conviction can continue to negatively affect employment, housing, and other opportunities in life. Virginia law provides separate expungement and record-sealing processes for certain eligible records. Felty Law Firm reviews the disposition, charge, and surrounding circumstances to help clients understand which form of relief may apply and the steps required to pursue it. Click the link below to learn more about expungements and sealing of records in Virginia.
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE CHARGES
DUI & DUID
A charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can place your license, freedom, and future at risk. Felty Law Firm represents clients facing DUI and DUID allegations throughout Southwest Virginia, carefully reviewing traffic stops, field sobriety testing, breath or blood evidence, and applicable procedures to identify the legal issues that may shape an effective defense. Strategy and expert legal counsel make all the difference in DUI & DUID cases. Click the link below to learn more.
injured at work? been in an accident?
Personal Injury Claims
An injury caused by another person’s negligence can create lasting physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Felty Law Firm helps clients pursue personal-injury claims arising from car accidents and other harmful incidents, reviewing the available evidence, insurance coverage, medical expenses, lost income, and long-term effects to seek fair compensation under Virginia law. We're here to advocate for you! Check out the Personal Injury page for more details on these types of claims.
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Serious Felony Defense
Serious felony charges can carry lengthy incarceration, substantial fines, and consequences that extend far beyond the courtroom. Felty Law Firm represents clients accused of major offenses in Virginia state courts, carefully examining the allegations, evidence, procedural history, and potential penalties. Each defense is developed around the specific facts of the case and the client’s immediate and long-term concerns. Customize your legal strategy with expert legal counsel. Click the link below to learn more, and contact us to get started.
LET'S REBUILD
Drug Crimes
Drug charges can range from possession to distribution, manufacturing, trafficking, or conspiracy allegations in Virginia state or federal court. Felty Law Firm represents clients facing serious drug offenses, reviewing searches, seizures, warrants, laboratory evidence, witness statements, and the government’s theory of the case. The defense strategy is tailored to the specific substance, charge, evidence, and potential consequences involved. Learn more at our Drug Crimes page below.
NAVIGATING THE LEGAL LANDSCAPE
White Collar & Financial Crimes
White-collar and financial crime allegations often involve complex records, extensive investigations, and serious professional and personal consequences. Felty Law Firm represents clients facing fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, conspiracy, and related charges in state and federal court. Each matter is approached through careful review of financial documents, communications, government evidence, and the specific intent the prosecution must establish.
PRESENTING YOUR SIDE OF THE STORY
Violent Crimes
White-collar and financial crime allegations often involve complex records, extensive investigations, and serious professional and personal consequences. Felty Law Firm represents clients facing fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, conspiracy, and related charges in state and federal court. Each matter is approached through careful review of financial documents, communications, government evidence, and the specific intent the prosecution must establish.
DEFENDING YOUR 2ND AMENDMENT RIGHTS
Firearm & Weapons Charges
Firearm and weapons charges can arise as standalone allegations or add significant penalties to another criminal case. Felty Law Firm represents clients facing state and federal weapons offenses, including unlawful possession, concealed weapons, prohibited-person possession, firearm use during an alleged felony, and trafficking allegations. Each case requires close review of possession, ownership, searches, statements, and the circumstances surrounding the arrest.
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Sex Crime Defense
Sex crime allegations can threaten a person’s freedom, reputation, career, relationships, and future long before a case reaches trial. Felty Law Firm provides discreet defense for clients facing sexual assault, sexual battery, internet-related offenses, solicitation, and other serious allegations. Each matter is examined carefully, including witness statements, digital evidence, forensic findings, investigative procedures, and the specific elements the prosecution must prove. Visit the Sex Crimes page to learn more and consider your options. Contact us when you're ready to chat.
helping you overcome...
Probation Violations & Revocation
An alleged probation violation can place suspended jail or prison time back before the court and may lead to new conditions or revocation. Felty Law Firm represents clients accused of technical violations, missed reporting, failed drug tests, absconding, or new offenses. The firm reviews the violation report, underlying sentence, available evidence, and mitigating circumstances to prepare for the revocation hearing. Learn more at our Probation Violation & Revocation page below.
make a strong appeal
Criminal Appeals & Post-Conviction Matters
An unfavorable criminal judgment may present grounds for appellate or post-conviction review, but strict deadlines and procedural rules apply. Felty Law Firm evaluates trial records, preserved objections, sentencing issues, constitutional claims, and newly discovered evidence to identify available legal options. Criminal appeals require focused written advocacy and careful analysis of whether a reversible legal error affected the proceedings or outcome. Learn more about appeals and post-conviction matters below.
More Practice Areas
This list of Practice Areas is where we shine, but by no means is it an exhaustive list. We work in all areas of the law, including some of the areas below.
Areas of Expertise
Felty Law Firm specializes in all facets of Local Law, Virginia Law, and Federal Law. That said, there are some legal areas of focus where we've had excellent results. This includes the following legal categories:
- CRIMINAL DEFENSE - State and Federal Court
- Felony and Misdemeanor
- DUIs and DUIDs
- Personal Injury Claims
- DRUGS CRIMES
- WHITE-COLLOAR/FINANCIAL CRIMES
- VIOLENT CRIMES
- PROBATION VIOLATIONS
If you or a loved one has been charged or accused of any crime, has been injured in an automobile or other accident, or has been damaged by inaccurate or fraudulent entries on your credit report, please contact us to schedule a free consultation with our lead attorney, Mr. Matthew Felty, Esq. You can confide in Felty Law Firm, knowing that everything discussed is completely confidential and governed by attorney-client privilege. Mr. Felty will speak personally with you, evaluate your case, customize a legal strategy, and we'll provide ongoing expert legal counsel throughout your case. Call or text us today to start the conversation and book your Free Consultation - (423) 676-2660.
“Common sense often makes good law”
(William O. Douglas)
Criminal Defense
Have you been charged with a misdemeanor or felony? Need representation in the Virginia or Federal Criminal Justice System?
If so, you need to mount an aggressive legal defense with an attorney who has the experience to make a difference. Matthew Felty is the Criminal Defense Attorney at Felty Law Firm and its owner. He's committed to guiding clients through the legal defense process, protecting and serving their best interests. Matthew helps our clients through the legal process, providing effective and complete legal counsel and achieving the best results possible for every client. Matthew specializes in:
- Serious Felony Offenses Including:
- Breaking & Entering
- Larceny and fraud-related offenses
- Possession, Distribution & Manufacturing of Controlled Substances
- DUI's & DUID's
- Misdemeanor Traffic Offenses
- White-Collar & Financial Crimes
- Assault & Domestic Violence Accusations/Charges
- Any Felony or Misdemeanor in the Courts of Southwest Virginia or the United States Federal Court for the Western District of Virginia
If you are charged or accused of any crime, we encourage you to contact us for a quote and schedule a free consultation. We'll build the perfect legal strategy for your specific needs, helping you obtain the best possible outcomes. Don't leave this to chance! An experienced attorney and expert legal team can make all the difference. Call or text at (276) 676-2660 to start the conversation, and explore The Felty Legal Brief for more information and resources for your legal case.
“Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do.”
Potter Stewart
Other Legal Needs
At Felty Law Firm, we are committed to continuous professional development and careful attention to changes in federal, Virginia, and local law. Our experience in state and federal courts allows us to approach each matter with informed judgment, thorough preparation, and a clear understanding of the rules and procedures that may affect the case. We are committed to our clients and their best interests, protecting their rights by providing a robust legal defense. That is our calling!
If you have legal concerns, schedule a Free Consultation with Felty Law Firm. This discovery call gives you an opportunity to explain your circumstances, ask questions, and learn what legal options are available to you. Clients often find that making a plan with legal counsel and setting expectations greatly reduces their fear and anxiety. Contact us today to discuss your needs and take the next step with greater clarity and full confidence.
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