Matthew P. Ferry

Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in Maitland, Florida

Lindsey, Ferry & Parker, P.A.
Matthew P. Ferry
Lindsey, Ferry & Parker, P.A.

Practice areas: Criminal Defense, DUI-DWI, White Collar Crimes; view more

Licensed in Florida since: 2006

Education: Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law

Lindsey, Ferry & Parker, P.A.

341 North Maitland Avenue
Suite 130
Maitland, FL 32751 Visit website
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Matthew P. Ferry is a dedicated partner at Lindsey, Ferry & Parker, P.A., in Maitland, Florida, serving the Orlando metro and Central Florida regions. He provides strategic defense for clients facing serious criminal charges, including complex DUI cases, sensitive sex offense allegations and high-stakes drug violations. Most notably, he served as counsel in the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Rehaif v. United States, a victory that permanently reshaped federal firearms litigation nationwide.

Mr. Ferry earned a bachelor of science in finance from the University of Florida in 2002 and his Juris Doctor from Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law, in 2006. He was admitted to The Florida Bar in 2006 and is authorized to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. His financial background and trial experience enable him to approach cases with an analytical mindset, especially in white collar allegations, firearms offenses and constitutionally driven litigation.

In the legal fraternity, Mr. Ferry maintains professional ties with the Federal Bar Association and its Orlando Chapter. He is a member of The Florida Bar and the Orange County Bar Association, where he formerly chaired the Criminal Law Committee. Additionally, he serves within the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, where he has previously been appointed to the board of directors. The Florida Bar chose him to lecture fellow attorneys on criminal law and discovery practice in 2015 and 2019, recognizing his experience and professionalism.

Beyond his significant Supreme Court success, Mr. Ferry’s career is defined by consistent and prestigious accolades. His analytical approach to white collar and federal prosecutions earned him recognition as "Number One Rising Star" by Orlando Style Magazine. His quality client service has earned him a “Superb” rating on Avvo. He is dedicated to providing every client with a thorough, prepared and aggressive defense, a commitment that has remained constant throughout his career, irrespective of the charge or the legal setting.

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Criminal Defense: White Collar

Focus areas

Criminal Law - Federal, DUI/DWI, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Expungement, Felony, Misdemeanor, Probation, Sex Offenses, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime

  • 40% Criminal Defense
  • 30% Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI
  • 30% Criminal Defense: White Collar

First Admitted: 2006, Florida

Professional Webpage: https://www.criminaldefenselawyersinorlando.com/attorney/mat...

Bar / Professional Activity

  • Orange County Bar Association
  • Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 2006
  • Florida, 2006
  • Orlando Chapter of the Federal Bar Association
  • Federal Bar Association
  • Appointed to the Board of Directors for the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2012
  • Appointed chair of the Criminal Law Committee for the Orange County Bar Association, 2010
  • Nominated by The Florida Bar to lecture to attorneys on Criminal Law Discovery, 2015

Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)

  • Rehaif v. United States, 139 S. Ct. 2191 (2019)
  • Budhan v. State, 204 So.3d 555 (Fla. 5th DCA 2016)
  • Guevara v. State, 227 So.3d 205 (Fla. 5th DCA 2017)
  • Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles v. Corcoran, 133 So.3d 616 (Fla. 5th DCA 2014)
  • Chiu v. Adams, 327 So3d 889 (Fla. 5th DCA 2021)
  • J.G.G. v. M.S., 312 So.3d 509 (Fla. 5th DCA 2020)

Educational Background

  • University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, Bachelor of Science, Major: Finance, 2002

Scholarly Lectures / Writings

  • Basic Discovery, The Florida Bar – April 25, 2019
  • Basic Discovery, The Florida Bar – March 26, 2015

Honors

  • Selected to Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2026
  • “Superb” rating on Avvo
  • Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers® – 2026, Criminal Defense: General Practice & Criminal Defense: White Collar
  • Selected to Rising Stars: 2016 - 2019

Office location for Matthew P. Ferry

341 North Maitland Avenue
Suite 130
Maitland, FL 32751

Phone: 407-278-7692

Selections

3 Years Super Lawyers
4 Years Rising Stars
  • Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2026
  • Rising Stars: 2016 - 2019

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