Matthew G. Kaestner Attorney - Criminal Law Specialist - Long Beach, CA
Matthew G. Kaestner is a board certified criminal law specialist in Long Beach with more than four decades of trial experience. Having handled thousands of felony and misdemeanor matters, including high-stakes homicide, drug trafficking, and wiretap cases, he personally defends every client to protect their freedom and future.
Strategic Criminal Defense in Long Beach, California
When you face formal prosecution in Southern California, the attorney standing beside you can alter the trajectory of your life. Matthew G. Kaestner brings more than forty years of seasoned courtroom experience to aggressive criminal defense across Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Certified as a criminal law specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization-an elite credential achieved by only a tiny fraction of active lawyers-he provides focused, heavyweight representation when you need an attorney urgently to safeguard your liberty and clear your name.
Comprehensive Defense for Felonies and Misdemeanors
Whether you are confronting a first misdemeanor allegation or facing complex felony accusations with substantial state prison time, having an authoritative trial advocate is essential. Matthew G. Kaestner has successfully defended thousands of individuals against serious charges, securing complete acquittals, case dismissals, and favorable plea arrangements. Core defense areas include:
- Violent crime defense: Tenacious courtroom representation for charges of homicide, attempted murder, armed robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and allegations carrying three strikes penalties.
- Drug crime defense: Skilled defense against allegations of manufacturing, possession for sale, multi-kilo narcotics trafficking, and sophisticated federal wiretap prosecutions.
- DUI and DWI defense: Vigorous defense for misdemeanor drunk driving, prior-conviction enhancements, license suspension hearings, and felony driving under the influence involving injury.
- Theft and burglary defense: Strategic legal guidance for grand theft, commercial burglary, vehicle theft, joyriding, identity theft, and white collar financial offenses like embezzlement.
- Domestic violence defense: Thorough factual investigation into battery, corporal injury allegations, protective orders, and sensitive household disputes.
- Traffic ticket and vehicle infractions: Defending commercial drivers and motorists facing reckless driving, speed contests, and license revocations.
The Benefit of a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist
Unlike high-volume defense firms where cases are routinely delegated to junior associates or contract lawyers, Matthew G. Kaestner personally handles every legal matter from initial arraignment through preliminary hearings, motion practice, and jury trial. Starting his career as a Los Angeles prosecutor before dedicating over three decades exclusively to criminal defense, he knows precisely how opposing prosecutors build their cases. Clients seeking to hire a lawyer for high-exposure criminal trials benefit from his command of search-and-seizure law, wiretap challenges, and evidentiary suppression motions that frequently force dismissals before trial begins.
Client Focused Advocacy and Immediate Legal Guidance
An arrest or law enforcement investigation calls for prompt action. Speaking with investigators without legal counsel can irreparably damage your defense strategy. Long Beach criminal defense attorney Matthew G. Kaestner provides immediate guidance, evaluates police reports, and executes tailored strategies designed to maintain clean criminal records or pursue post-conviction relief such as expungements. If you or a loved one must find an attorney to handle pending criminal charges, contact the office today for a free confidential consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the Downtown Long Beach area, within the prominent World Trade Center complex.
Building Location
This is a premium 27-story Class A high-rise office tower known as One World Trade Center, constructed in 1989 and recently modernized with high-end lobby renovations. The building is located near the landmark Banc of California and Debbie's Cafe.
Parking Details
The complex provides an on-site, multi-level secure covered parking garage with reserved options, EV charging stations, and on-site car wash services.
Public Transit
Served by Long Beach Transit Route 121 (Ocean Blvd); nearest stop is at Ocean & Magnolia.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Walk through the main lobby entrance on the ground floor and take the high-speed passenger elevator up to the 4th floor to reach the offices in Suite 400.