About

Matthew Dotzler is a founding partner of Carden Dotzler Hammond, PLLC and heads the White Collar Defense practice group. He concentrates on criminal defense, DWI defense, and traffic defense, with a specialized focus on defending clients charged with white-collar offenses. Learn more about his background and expertise below. Matthew Dotzler, a prominent lawyer in Syracuse, New York, is a founding partner of Carden Dotzler Hammond, PLLC. He leads the White Collar Defense practice group at the firm, focusing on criminal defense, DWI defense, and traffic defense. In addition, he has a specialized expertise in defending clients facing white-collar offenses. With a strong presence in Onondaga County Court, Syracuse City Court, and other courts throughout Central New York, Matthew regularly represents clients charged with criminal, DWI, and traffic offenses. He is also the co-founder of The New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers, a law practice dedicated to defending clients accused of traffic infractions, ranging from simple traffic tickets to DWI and Reckless Driving charges. Prior to entering private practice, Matthew served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office for seven years. During his tenure, he successfully prosecuted numerous felony-level white-collar crimes in the Economic Fraud and Financial Crimes Bureau, including embezzlement, forgery, identity theft, tax evasion, counterfeiting, and welfare fraud crimes. He also handled misdemeanor and traffic-related offenses, including drug and narcotic offenses. Matthew obtained his Law Degree (J.D.) and Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the State University of New York at Buffalo. His background in both law and business sets him apart from other attorneys, providing him with a unique perspective and skill set to effectively represent clients in criminal defense and business-related matters. What distinguishes Matthew from his peers is his extensive knowledge, training, and litigation experience. This enables him to zealously advocate for and advise clients in a wide range of legal matters, ensuring they receive the best possible representation.

Legal Issues

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

DUI & DWI

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Languages

• English: Spoken, Written

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Experience

• Founding Partner
  The New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers
  2022
• Partner
  Carden Dotzler Hammond, PLLC
  2015
• Assistant District Lawyer
  Onondaga County Distric Lawyer s Office
  2008

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