About Andrew Charles

Andrew Charles Matteson is an attorney primarily based in Roswell, Georgia, that specialize in personal damage and business law. He was licensed to the Tennessee Bar in 1998 and subsequently to the Georgia Bar in 2000. Matteson earned his Juris Doctor from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 1998. His educational background laid a strong basis for his professional legal career, which has spanned over two decades. Throughout his career, Matteson has represented clients in a selection of legal issues. His personal damage practice includes cases involving car accidents, slip and falls, and fatal injury claim claims.

Additionally, he has navigated complicated business law problems, similar to contract disputes and mergers. His diverse experience gave him the skills necessary to advocate for his clients in both personal and commercial contexts. Matteson has been admitted to practice in more than one U.S. District Courts, which consist of the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Georgia, in addition to the Middle, Western, and Eastern Districts of Tennessee. He is likewise authorized to practice earlier than the Southern District of Illinois and the United States Courts of Appeals for the Eleventh and Fourth Circuits. This in depth admission portfolio supports his serving clients throughout various jurisdictions.

In 2022, Matteson confronted disciplinary action from the State Bar of Georgia due to mishandling several client things. He licensed to violating a number of Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct and sought a voluntary suspension of his license. However, the Georgia highest court denied his petition, citing insufficient proof of his mental health issues and a loss of assurance that comparable violations would not recur. Following this setback, he took significant steps to address the concerns raised by the Court. In August 2023, Matteson filed a renewed petition for voluntary dismissal, offering proof of his intellectual health conditions and remedy. He also demonstrated that his clients had been made whole and proposed conditions for his reinstatement.

The Georgia highest court accepted this petition, granting him a six-month suspension nunc pro tunc as of April 1, 2019, with specific conditions for his return to practice. Since his reinstatement, Matteson has resumed his legal practice, continuing to concentrate on private damage and business law. He is a member of the State Bar of Georgia and has received an AV Preeminent rating from attorney rating service, reflecting his high moral requirements and professional ability. Residing in Roswell, Georgia, with his spouse, Kari, and their two daughters, Matteson values family lifestyles and community involvement, showcasing his dedication to both his professional and private duties.

Education

Cumberland L.S./Samford

Law Degree

Accepted Jurisdictions

Tennessee
Georgia
4th Circuit
11th Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Business Law

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appellate

Professional Associations

Georgia State Bar

has membership 2000 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 4151 Ashford Dunwoody Road Suite 512 Atlanta GA 30319

Sources

Information is based on available sources and may not be exhaustive or current.