Attorney Profile

Matthew Day Bodman 
Columbia, South Carolina
Sole Practitioner
phone (866) 806-8608 (Toll Free)
(803) 806-8605
fax (803) 758-6087
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Not Your Average Litigator An Authentic Trial Lawyer

Attorney Matt Bodman has the kind of trial experience it takes to optimize results for clients. He has tried dozens of cases, most during his position as a Richland County, Columbia, South Carolina, Assistant Solicitor (the South Carolina term for an Assistant District Attorney.) A full time criminal prosecutor, he was in the courtroom every day, trying everything from murder and 1st degree burglary cases to DUI. Now that he is a Columbia, South Carolina criminal defense attorney who helps clients avoid jail, Mr. Bodman can use his knowledge of what judges are looking for, of what the prosecution strategy will be and of courtroom procedure to the advantage of each client.

Communication and Personal Commitment

Unlike large firms, when you visit our Columbia, South Carolina office, you will talk to the attorney who will be working on your case and representing you in court. We take whatever time is necessary to understand all of the facts surrounding your injury or arrest. We also respect your expectations and goals. If your situation warrants it and you want to us to do battle in court on your behalf, we have the experience and reputation it takes to succeed.

Focusing on Individuals and Families

We limit our practice to representing individuals and families:

  • Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Auto Accidents
  • Traffic Offenses
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Nursing Home Litigation
  • Criminal Defense

Making Legal Representation Possible

We recognize that there is no way to financially plan for personal injury or criminal defense representation. Therefore, we have structured our practice to offer contingent fee representation for our personal injury clients. An initial interview is always free.

Areas of Practice:
Class Actions -- Plaintiff
Criminal Law
Criminal Fraud
DUI/DWI
Drug Violations
Federal
Felonies
Grand Jury Proceedings
Juvenile Crimes
Misdemeanor
Parole & Probation
Sex Offenses
Traffic Violations
White Collar Crimes
Computer Crimes
Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
Animal Bites -- Plaintiff
Aviation Accidents -- Plaintiff
Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
Premises Liability -- Plaintiff
Railroad Accidents -- Plaintiff
Slip and Fall -- Plaintiff
Wrongful Death -- Plaintiff
Workers' Compensation Law
State & Municipal Employees
Litigation Percentage:
100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Bar Admissions:
South Carolina, 1997
U.S. District Court District of South Carolina, 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit, 2003
Education:
University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, South Carolina, 1996
J.D.


Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, 1990
M.S.
Major: Journalism


Stanford University, Palo Alto, California, United State of America, 1988
B.A.
Major: International Relations


Professional Associations and Memberships:
American Association for Justice
Member


South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association
Member


National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member


South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member


Past Employment Positions:
Greenville News, Newspaper Reporter, 1990 - 1993