About
Matthew D. Roy is a Sacramento family law lawyer who represents clients in family law, personal bankruptcy, probate, and selected criminal matters. He handles major aspects of each legal matter personally, including preparation, management, and negotiation. His family law work includes matters involving domestic violence and restraining orders. He serves clients throughout the greater Sacramento area and speaks Spanish fluently.
Matthew earned a J.D. from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law and a B.A. in Government from California State University, Sacramento. His legal education provided a foundation in research, advocacy, negotiation, and courtroom procedure. That training supports his work across family law, bankruptcy, probate, and criminal matters involving important financial and personal interests.
Matthew has volunteered with the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Domestic Violence Project and Women Escaping a Violent Environment. Through this work, he has represented and counseled domestic violence survivors seeking restraining orders. He has overseen domestic violence prevention workshops for the Sacramento County Family Law Facilitator’s Office. His broader practice includes individual bankruptcy matters, probate proceedings, family disputes, and selected criminal cases.
Matthew D. Roy belongs to the American Bar Association and several California bar organizations, including the Sacramento County Bar Association. He has served on the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges and the Camellia Symphony Association board. His professional involvement reflects experience beyond private practice and continued participation in legal and community organizations. His practice combines direct client involvement, negotiation experience, and community service when helping individuals address significant legal problems.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Law Offices of Matthew D. Roy
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, California State Bar Association
- Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
- Member, Beverly Hills Bar Association
- Member, Sacramento County Bar Association
Licensed State
- California
Education
- UOP-McGeorge School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - California State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)





- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Creditor Debtor Rights
- Expungement
- Sex Crimes
- Violent Crime
- Adoption
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce & Separation
- Guardianship
- Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements
- Military Divorce
- Paternity
- Uncontested Divorce
- Probate




