Kappel Law

Kappel Law is an attorney firm in Greenville, SC, specializing in federal criminal defense, non-U.S. citizen criminal defense, aviation law, and civil matters. The firm serves individuals and small businesses facing legal challenges, with a focus on criminal defense and immigration-related legal issues. Matt Kappel, the founding attorney, has over 20 years of legal experience, including nearly four years as an Assistant Solicitor in the 13th Circuit Solicitor’s Office, where he prosecuted narcotics and violent crime cases. He is licensed to practice in both SC and North Carolina and holds the highest peer-reviewed rating (AV) from Martindale-Hubbell. The firm is known for its work defending non-U.S. citizens in state and federal courts, helping clients preserve their immigration status during criminal proceedings.

Matt Kappel has practiced as a sole practitioner for 18 years and has represented hundreds of clients across the Carolinas. His background as a former prosecutor gives him deep insight into criminal justice procedures, which he uses to advocate effectively for clients. He is admitted to the U.S. District Court for SC and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina. His legal work extends beyond the courtroom, including advising clients on the immigration consequences of criminal convictions, a topic he has addressed publicly since 2002.

The firm is located on Whitsett Street in downtown Greenville, approximately a quarter mile from the City Summary Court and the Greenville County Law Enforcement Center. It is situated near the Museum and Library of Confederate History and the Pettigru Street Historic District, with East North Street and North Academy Street as adjacent thoroughfares.

Kappel Law is recognized for its experienced leadership and client-focused approach in a range of legal areas, particularly in federal criminal defense and immigration-implicated cases. The firm’s reputation is built on decades of hands-on trial experience and a commitment to protecting clients’ rights in high-stakes legal situations. In Greenville, Kappel Law stands as a trusted legal resource for those navigating complex criminal and civil matters.

Services:

• Aviation Law
• Civil Matters
• Federal Criminal Defense
• Non-U.S. Citizen Criminal Defense