Matthew Pospisil - Austin, TX

Matthew L. Pospisil is an Austin criminal defense lawyer and Senior Trial Attorney at Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys. Licensed in Texas since 2016, he has devoted his career exclusively to criminal defense, representing clients throughout Travis County, Central Texas, and across the state in misdemeanor and felony cases involving DWI, assault, drug offenses, weapons charges, domestic violence, probation violations, and other serious criminal matters.

During his career at Michael & Associates, Matthew has represented clients in nearly 390 criminal matters, including more than 125 DWI-related cases. His experience includes first-offense DWI, repeat DWI, felony DWI, high blood alcohol concentration cases, assault family violence, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, felony drug possession, marijuana offenses, probation violations, and other complex criminal prosecutions. He regularly handles cases involving blood and breath testing, field sobriety testing, forensic evidence, and constitutional issues arising from traffic stops, searches, and arrests.

Matthew's criminal defense experience is built on a diverse legal background. While attending South Texas College of Law Houston, he gained valuable prosecutorial insight through an internship with the Harris County District Attorney's Office, where he observed how prosecutors evaluate evidence, prepare cases, and make charging decisions. After law school, he practiced alongside nationally respected criminal defense attorneys Bill Habern and George Parnham, developing extensive experience in criminal litigation, parole law, prison law, and serious felony defense. He later served as Managing Attorney of the El Paso office of Dunham & Jones, overseeing criminal defense operations and representing clients charged with a wide range of misdemeanor and felony offenses.

Today, Matthew applies that experience to identifying weaknesses in the government's evidence, anticipating prosecutorial strategies, and developing individualized defense strategies for every client. Known for his thorough preparation, responsive communication, and courtroom advocacy, he guides clients through every stage of the criminal justice process—from investigation and arrest through plea negotiations, motion practice, and trial preparation—with a focus on protecting their constitutional rights and pursuing the best possible outcome.

Matthew earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration from Sam Houston State University before receiving his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law Houston in 2015. While in law school, he was a finalist in the prestigious Garland Walker Mock Trial Competition, reflecting the courtroom advocacy skills that continue to define his practice today.

About Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys

Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys combines the personalized attention of a boutique criminal defense firm with the resources and collective experience of a team of more than 40 criminal defense attorneys.

Every client is represented by a dedicated Senior Trial Attorney who manages the case from the initial consultation through its resolution. Attorneys focus on specific counties and courts, providing extensive experience with local judges, prosecutors, courtroom procedures, and prosecutorial practices. Cases are never handed off to junior associates because the firm does not employ them.

The firm's attorneys have handled more than 1,000 jury trials and bring more than 540 years of combined criminal defense experience. The team includes attorneys Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientists, ten Super Lawyers honorees, former prosecutors, former judges, former law enforcement professionals, and a former FBI agent. This collaborative structure provides what the firm calls its 40-on-1 Advantage: one senior attorney leading each client's defense with the support and collective knowledge of more than 40 experienced criminal defense lawyers.

Michael & Associates measures client satisfaction through post-case CSAT surveys and has achieved a 98.5% client satisfaction rating based on 1,840 responses, including 97.8% for DWI cases, 99.5% for assault and domestic violence matters, 98.6% for drug charges, and 100% for theft and fraud cases. Data reflects surveys completed between September 2022 and May 6, 2026.

The firm reported a 65% favorable trial outcome rate and a 50% outright acquittal rate in 2025. Michael & Associates also maintains more than 1,400 five-star reviews across Google, Avvo, BBB, and Martindale, a 5.0-star Google rating, and an A+ Better Business Bureau rating. The firm offers free case reviews and never charges additional fees if a case proceeds to trial.

Michael & Associates serves clients from offices in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Nashville, Los Angeles, and San Diego.