About Andrew Charles
Andrew Charles Matteson is an attorney based in Roswell, Georgia, specializing in personal injury and business law. He was admitted 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 solid foundation for his legal career, which has spanned over two decades. Throughout his career, Matteson has represented clients in a variety of legal matters. His personal injury practice includes cases involving car accidents, slip and falls, and wrongful death claims.
Additionally, he has navigated complex business law issues, such as 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 multiple U.S. District Courts, which include the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Georgia, as well as the Middle, Western, and Eastern Districts of Tennessee. He is also authorized to practice before the Southern District of Illinois and the United States Courts of Appeals for the Eleventh and Fourth Circuits. This extensive admission portfolio supports his serving clients across various jurisdictions.
In 2022, Matteson faced disciplinary action from the State Bar of Georgia due to mishandling several client matters. He admitted to violating various Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct and sought a voluntary suspension of his license. However, the Georgia Supreme Court denied his petition, citing insufficient evidence of his mental health issues and a lack of assurance that similar 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, providing evidence of his mental health conditions and treatment. He also demonstrated that his clients had been made whole and proposed conditions for his reinstatement.
The Georgia Supreme 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 focus on personal injury and business law. He is a member of the State Bar of Georgia and has received an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting his high ethical standards and professional ability. Residing in Roswell, Georgia, with his wife, Kari, and their two daughters, Matteson values family life and community involvement, showcasing his commitment to both his professional and personal responsibilities.
