Matt Maniatis

Matt Maniatis is a highly skilled attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, providing legal services in immigration and naturalization, criminal defense, DUI, divorce, family law, and estate planning.

With over a decade of experience, Mr. Maniatis has represented hundreds of clients in Tennessee state courts and immigration courts throughout the mid-South. He also brings extensive appellate experience, having argued cases before the Tennessee Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and Criminal Appeals, as well as federal appellate courts, including the U.S. Sixth and Eleventh Circuit Courts of Appeal.

Mr. Maniatis earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from the University of Oklahoma in 2008, where he made the Dean’s List and joined the Alpha Kappa Delta Sociological Honor Society. He went on to obtain his Juris Doctor from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law in 2011, graduating with a certificate in international legal studies and additional certifications in both civil and common law. During law school, he expanded his global legal experience by studying at the University of Vienna in Austria and gaining hands-on training in immigration law through the Stuart H. Smith Law Clinic and Center for Social Justice.

With a strong focus on immigration law, Mr. Maniatis assists clients in obtaining permanent residency, U.S. citizenship through naturalization, and other lawful immigration statuses. His expertise in both immigration and criminal defense makes him a valuable resource for individuals navigating complex legal challenges. Additionally, Mr. Maniatis is well-versed in family law and estate planning, providing comprehensive legal services tailored to the unique needs of his clients.

Licensed to practice in Tennessee since 2011, Mr. Maniatis is also admitted to the U.S. Immigration Court, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th and 11th Circuits. Recognized for his dedication to justice, he has testified as an expert witness in immigration law and regularly contributes to the Tennessee Bar Association Immigration Law Section. His professionalism and dedication make him a trusted advocate for his clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Maniatis Law PLLC
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
• Member, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (TACDL)
• Member, Nashville Bar Association (NBA)
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association (TBA)
• Member, DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA)
• Member, Alpha Kappa Delta Sociological Honors Society

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Oklahoma
  BA in Criminology

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