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Matthew Robert Maddox
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Biography
My practice touches all aspects of long term disability and life insurance claims, including litigation matters, administrative appeals, alternative dispute resolution, and claims-level advocacy. The detailed guidance and aggressive tactics I provide are designed to obtain the best possible outcome.
I have broad experience handling high stakes and complex legal matters. Over the years, I’ve provided counseling and advice to public and private companies, executives, and directors. I’ve also aggressively litigated at all levels of state and federal courts, including several complex class action proceedings.
I graduated with honors from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. I also graduated with honors from the University of Michigan Law School where I was a book review editor for the Michigan Law Review. Books – especially political biographies, histories, and thrillers – continue to be a passion of mine.
The Maddox Firm focuses on Long Term Disability and ERISA claims, appeals, and litigation. We do it the right way. We are top-rated. We have experience with all major long term disability insurers.
The Maddox Firm can help you appeal your long term disability denial or termination the right way. If your long term disability insurer has denied or terminated your claim, we can appeal it. Typically, you'll have 180 days to appeal, so you should contact an attorney as soon as possible.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Employee Benefits
31%
Insurance
25%
Social Security & Disability
25%
Employment and Labor
19%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Credit Card
Awards
2022
Licenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 3 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 16 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
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Matthew Robert Maddox's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 17 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 2, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He is intelligent, and tenacious
I am an attorney who has practice law for over thirty years. I am relatively young, and so I thought, too young to be diagnosed with dementia. For approximately thirty years I have paid disability premiums to John Hancock, with Unum serving as its administrator, to protect my family should I ever...
Posted by Kim | April 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Grateful Client
Matthew and Arianna are wonderful to have on your side. I’m an attorney who had a disability claim against a private insurance company. I hired Matthew because he was throughly qualified, very knowledgeable in the area, and had a warm demeanor that left me feeling as though he truly cared about my c...
Posted by Jessy P. | October 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thrilled with Our Victory Thanks to Matthew and Arianna!
We WON our long-term disability claim, all thanks to Matthew and Arianna! After my husband suffered a heart attack and cardiac arrest, which resulted in a brain injury and left him unable to work, The Standard denied his claim after an annual review. We were devastated, but Matthew and Arianna came t...
Posted by Robert | June 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Calm cool and collected is the Maddox Firm
"I had the extraordinary good fortune of discovering the Maddox firm on Avvo. From my very first conversation with Mrs. Adrianna Gonzalez, her calm demeanor, deep knowledge, and unwavering professionalism put me at ease. Mr. Matthew Maddox then took over, further cementing my confidence in their expe...
Posted by Bob | January 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Personal Disability Claim
I want to thank Michael & Arianna both for taking over my personal disability insurance claim. I was up to my ears in insurance request & paperwork. The Maddox firm stepped in and within a month I was awarded more than I had anticipated. They are honest, and most importantly, they roll up their sle...
Matthew Robert Maddox's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am an attorney who regularly refers matters to the Maddox Firm and also collaborates with Matt on behalf of our clients in common. My clients love Matt and his team. Matt is a tremendous attorney--smart, diligent, creative and always honest and reliable. He's the best in the business when it comes to disability claims."
"Matthew Maddox is a tenacious advocate on behalf of individuals with disabilities. He is highly competent in the niche and complicated area of ERISA long term disability benefits law -- both at the administrative level and in litigation. I have witnessed how his creative and flexible thought process has benefited his clients. He always goes the extra mile to think outside of the box and overcome obstacles. Just as important, he is a compassionate attorney who genuinely cares about his clients. Matthew’s rare blend of human kindness and legal expertise set him apart from the rest. I fully endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2008
Law Review, University of Michigan Law School
2006
Book Award in Evidence, University of Michigan Law School
Work Experience
2013 - 2015
Associate, Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy, LLP
2008 - 2013
Associate, Davis Polk & Wardwell
Associations
2022 - Present
American Bar AssociationEmployee Benefits Committee; Employment and Insurance Sections
2022 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association/New YorkMember
2009 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Lesbian and Gay Law Association of Greater New YorkMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Hunt v. MetLife
NY state court refused to dismiss a claim that MetLife engaged in consumer fraud, and refused to dismiss a claim for attorneys' fees
Education
2008
University of Michigan Law School
JD
2003
Georgetown University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Lawline Course
Appeal Strategies for ERISA Long Term Disability Claims
2022
Elder Law and Trust and Estate Planning
Winning Strategies for Long Term Disability Claims
2021
Lawline Course
Effective Client Counseling for Clients with Disabilities
Publications
2023
2022
The Maddox Firm
How Do Year-End Bonuses Affect Long Term Disability Claims
2022
2022
The Maddox Firm
Proving Long Term Disability Due to Multiple Sclerosis
Languages
English
Activity
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