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Matthew Agar is a Director at McGee McGee Agar Law and a highly respected solicitor with expertise in both criminal defence and family law. With over a decade of legal experience and full Higher Rights of Audience, Matthew represents clients in some of the most serious and complex cases before the Crown Court and Family Court.
As a qualified solicitor, Duty Solicitor, Police Station Representative, and Higher Rights Court Advocate, Matthew brings exceptional legal skill and courtroom experience to every case he handles. His dual specialism allows him to support clients across a wide spectrum of legal matters. From serious criminal allegations to sensitive family law disputes.
Clients value Matthew for his meticulous preparation, calm professionalism, and strong advocacy. He combines technical expertise with a client-focused approach, ensuring individuals feel supported and clearly advised throughout their case.
Matthew has extensive experience defending clients in all aspects of criminal law, including:
As Head of MMA Law’s Crown Court Department, Matthew takes the lead on the firm’s most serious cases. He is responsible for analysing complex evidence, advising clients, instructing expert barristers, and developing effective defence strategies for trial. His advocacy work in the Crown Court includes appeals, sentencing hearings, and legal applications such as discharge of court orders.
Matthew is also a seasoned Magistrates’ Court advocate, regularly conducting trials and pre-trial hearings with a methodical and robust approach. His ability to work across both tiers of the criminal justice system offers clients consistency and confidence at every stage.
Alongside his criminal defence work, Matthew is a trusted solicitor in all aspects of family law, with particular focus on:
He represents clients in both straightforward and high-conflict family matters, including proceedings before Circuit Judges. Matthew’s practical and compassionate approach helps clients make informed decisions during some of life’s most difficult moments.
His thorough preparation, attention to legal detail, and ability to explain complex issues clearly make him a go-to advisor for individuals navigating separation, parenting disputes, or financial settlements.
Matthew Agar is known across Teesside and the North East for his professional integrity, legal precision, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best results for his clients. His reputation is built on:
Originally from Middlesbrough, Matthew is proud to serve his local community and regularly represents clients across the wider North East, including Newcastle, Sunderland, and County Durham.
As a senior solicitor and Director at McGee McGee Agar Law, Matthew continues to lead by example. He combines deep legal knowledge with a practical, client-first approach that inspires confidence and delivers results.
We will assess your eligibility for Legal Aid and if you are not eligible, we will provide you with an agreed fee to represent you to conclusion of your case.
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Craig SmithAmy has been excellent over an ongoing matter with the police who continued to delay and fob off an extremely difficult time. With the correct outcome. As always McGee McGee Agar Law are there when needed with good advice and professionalism. Thanks to all there staff involved.
AnonymousI would highly recommend MMA Law in Middlesbrough. They supported my family throughout what has been one of the most difficult and challenging times we have ever been through, over a long five-year period. Throughout those five years, we received excellent care, attention and support from the whole...
Rhys MoorheadI dealt with Christine Sworder after being arrested in relation to a number of very serious allegations that had been wrongly made against me. From the moment I met Christine, she carefully explained the situation, put me at ease and gave me all the advice and guidance I needed to safely navigate...
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BardhylAmazing experience with Andy from start to finish! Definitely recommend.
Tiffany ButlerWas represented by mma during a very hard time when I was falsely accused of vile crimes, I was scared and worried and had no idea what to do, when Chrissy from MMA turned up she made me feel much more confident and was very professional and have me confidence to feel calm and assuaged my anxiety. E...
Ryan McKinnonAbsolutely over the moon they have help me out so much and they are really good with people who need the help would really recommend these
Jack TaylorService and support was great thank you.
Conor ThompsonMcGee McGee Agar Law Ltd, Amazing from start to finish, really welcoming, very knowledgeable and helped me and my family through a very difficult time. Using all the experience and knowledge they have, they helped me towards the correct verdict and helping me move forward in me life. Me and my f...
Stuart ReevesUsed Andy before and the results he gets is everything you want and more, highly recommended him and will use him if I ever need him in the future.
Craig SmithAmy has been excellent over an ongoing matter with the police who continued to delay and fob off an extremely difficult time. With the correct outcome. As always McGee McGee Agar Law are there when needed with good advice and professionalism. Thanks to all there staff involved.
AnonymousI would highly recommend MMA Law in Middlesbrough. They supported my family throughout what has been one of the most difficult and challenging times we have ever been through, over a long five-year period. Throughout those five years, we received excellent care, attention and support from the whole...
Rhys MoorheadI dealt with Christine Sworder after being arrested in relation to a number of very serious allegations that had been wrongly made against me. From the moment I met Christine, she carefully explained the situation, put me at ease and gave me all the advice and guidance I needed to safely navigate...
AnonymousAmazing fast acting behalf of people communication excellent
BardhylAmazing experience with Andy from start to finish! Definitely recommend.
Tiffany ButlerWas represented by mma during a very hard time when I was falsely accused of vile crimes, I was scared and worried and had no idea what to do, when Chrissy from MMA turned up she made me feel much more confident and was very professional and have me confidence to feel calm and assuaged my anxiety. E...
Ryan McKinnonAbsolutely over the moon they have help me out so much and they are really good with people who need the help would really recommend these
Jack TaylorService and support was great thank you.
Conor ThompsonMcGee McGee Agar Law Ltd, Amazing from start to finish, really welcoming, very knowledgeable and helped me and my family through a very difficult time. Using all the experience and knowledge they have, they helped me towards the correct verdict and helping me move forward in me life. Me and my f...
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