About Matt Andrew
Matt Andrew Hirsch earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Georgia in 1990. He continued his studies in Atlanta, completing a Juris Doctor at Atlanta's John Marshall Law School in 1996. Those academic years provided a formal grounding in criminal law and procedure, and they framed the direction of his legal career.
He is licensed to practice in Georgia and holds current membership in the Georgia State Bar. That standing allows him to represent clients in state courts across Georgia and to engage in criminal defense work across a range of matters.
Hirsch serves as owner and lead lawyer at Hirsch Criminal Defense. In that capacity he manages both client representation and the daily operations of his practice. His work largely involves advising people facing criminal charges, handling arraignments, negotiating pleas and preparing defenses for trial when cases proceed. He represents clients at various stages of the criminal process and in different types of proceedings that arise in state court.
His undergraduate degree in criminal justice and his law training inform his practical approach to cases. He tends to combine courtroom preparation with attention to procedural details. That combination shapes how his office evaluates evidence, approaches pretrial motions and prepares for hearings.
Hirsch maintains an active role in the Georgia legal community through his bar membership. He has continued to work within the state legal framework since completing law school. Public records indicate his practice concentrates on matters that typically fall under criminal law and related defense services.
Those who come to his office can expect a small-firm environment where the owner lawyer handles casework and client consultations directly. Hirsch Criminal Defense operates under his leadership, and he remains the primary lawyer responsible for litigation strategy and client communication. His current practice focuses on criminal defense representation in Georgia state courts.
