Jason A. Matzen

Jason is a Wyoming-raised attorney with a broad general practice and extensive trial experience across the state. He concentrates on serious felony criminal defense and civil litigation while also handling administrative law, business formation and litigation, and major personal and bodily injury matters. Jason represents clients throughout Wyoming, including Laramie, Cheyenne, Rawlins, Casper, and Gillette.

A tenacious trial lawyer, Jason is prepared to litigate every case he accepts and has a proven record of favorable outcomes in high-stakes criminal matters. Most recently, he secured an acquittal on an attempted second-degree murder charge, demonstrating his ability to successfully defend clients in the most serious, complex cases. He personally leads courtroom strategy, cross-examination, and closing argument, and routinely takes cases to trial when required.

In addition to his trial practice, Jason operates a strategic practice that emphasizes early assessment, targeted pretrial negotiations, and realistic settlement planning. Jason regularly secures favorable resolutions by agreement, preserving clients’ interests while avoiding unnecessary expense and disruption. He has represented teams in national negotiation competitions multiple times and earned second place in one national competition.

Raised in Wyoming, Jason understands the unique legal and practical needs of rural communities and tailors his approach to the realities of clients across the state. He combines practical, client-centered advocacy with thorough preparation and an aggressive but strategic posture at every stage of a matter.

Outside the practice of law Jason enjoys hunting, backpacking, skiing, and spending time with his family. He remains committed to providing skilled, accessible legal advocacy for Wyoming residents in both criminal and civil matters.