ABOUT MATT.
When it comes to justice, it’s about fairness.
Speaking for those who can’t.
And doing the right thing.
Working by day in banking and attending law school at night, Matt was an eyewitness on September 11 to the horrors of that fateful morning as planes struck the World Trade Center towers next to his office. And in an instant, Matt knew his life’s work would focus on serving others.The father of four children, Matt cares deeply about our schools and a child’s success. As a Chesapeake councilman, he’s worked to help create jobs, keep a tight rein on our city’s finances, and ensure that ours is a city where everyone will feel safe and secure. Guided by faith and a commitment to serve without fear or favor, Matt is the right choice for Chesapeake’s next Commonwealth’s Attorney.
Matt Hamel. A Brief History.
Member, Chesapeake City Council
Board member, Hampton Roads Transit
Founder and managing attorney of law firm focused on serving military families
Commander, Navy Reserves as JAG attorney
Iraq veteran and former Navy prosecutor and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney
Military decorations include the Joint Service Commendation Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (4 awards), the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (3 awards), the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Expert Pistol Shot Medal and numerous unit and service awards.
JD, Rutgers University School of Law
BA, College of the Holy Cross
Commissioner and former chairman, Chesapeake Mayor’s Commission on Veterans Affairs
Board member, YMCA of South Hampton Roads
Life Member, VFW Post 2894
Member, South Norfolk Ruritan Club
Member, Kemp Woods Civic League
Married to Karen Pries Hamel, a nurse at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, and the proud father of four
Parent of two Grassfield High School students
Parishioner, St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
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