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Matthew F. Dolfi is a trial attorney handling cases invovling personal injury and commercial litigation. Mr. Dolfi graduated cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. He manages cases involving commercial litigation, professional liability, construction defects, employment and civil rights law, and personal injury claims. Mr. Dolfi has represented engineers, accountants, contractors, employers, and individuals in all types of litigation, including cases involving allegations of negligence, negligent misrepresentation, breach of contract, and large-loss subrogation. Mr. Dolfi has tried multiple jury trials and has also represented clients in arbitration, mediation, early neutral evaluation, and before administrative groups such as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
In law school, Mr. Dolfi served as an intern for the Honorable Judges Kenneth G. Valasek and Joseph A. Nickleach of the Court of Common Pleas of Armstrong County. He also earned a civil litigation certificate and received the CALI award for excellence in Litigation Strategy and Planning.
In 2008 and 2011-2019, Mr. Dolfi was recognized by his peers as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer Rising Star. He is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the Allegheny County Bar Association, and is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States District Courts for the Western and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania.
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1100 Washington Avenue, Suite 206, Pittsburgh, PA, 15106
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Posted by Bill | November 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Matt assisted me with a bike versus car accident that resulted in injury. He provided guidance on how the insurance, both auto and health, cover accidents of this variety and how I should present them with health care service providers. He continue to represent me well resulting in compensation both ...
Posted by Chris | June 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Matt helped me with my bicycle-related case and I couldn't ask for a better representative in my corner. He was so helpful each step of the way and helped translate everything that was going on into layman's terms so that I could easily understand what was going on. I always felt like I was his top...
Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I worked with Matt after a cycling accident. He was extremely professional and easy to work with throughout the entire process. We are pleased with our settlement amount and would recommend Matt for anyone needing a great attorney.
Posted by Teresa | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I hired Mr. Dolfi to help me with a personal injury matter. Mr. Dolfi made the process so easy for me. Even though my case was small he always returned phone calls and emails promptly and answered all of my questions. I appreciate his advise and everything he was able to accomplish for me,. Witho...
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Matthew Dolfi provided excellent legal service. He provided an understanding ear as well as informed and effective legal advise. Attorney Dolfi has proven to be a strong legal advocate for me, which resulted in a successful outcome in my case. I recommend Attorney Matthew Dolfi to any...
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt's answers on Avvo are detailed and provide valuable information to people seeking legal advice. I've referred several people to him for help in their legal matters."
"I am proud to support attorney Dolfi. His critical thinking and well-reasoned analysis assisted me in several matters. I firmly believe these same skills make Matt a valuable ally in any contract or agreement dispute."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Matt for more than 10 years going back to law school as a friend and professionally. Because of his character, sharp litigation skills and experience, I would confidently recommend Matt to anyone that needs an advanced litigation attorney."
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2018
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2006 - 2017
Trial Attorney, Robb Leonard Mulvihill
2004 - 2006
Associate, City of Pittsburgh Department of Law
2002 - 2002
Clerk, Honorable Kenneth Valasek
2015 - Present
Allegheny County Bar Association, Sole and Small Firm Practitioners CommitteeAttorney Member
2014 - Present
Allegheny County Bar Association, Construction Law SectionAttorney Member
2011 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Civil Litigation SectionMember
2009 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar InstituteMember
2006 - Present
Allegheny County Bar AssociationMember
Jury verdict in favor of my client in personal injury action.
Verdict for the plaintiff that was within the range of a previously agreed upon high/low agreement.
Verdict for my client in landlord-tenant action awarding rent and possession.
Jury verdict for the plaintiff that was under a previously agreed upon high/low agreement.
Jury verdict in favor of my client in personal injury accident case
Verdict in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendants in the amount of $338,478.25, plus costs.
Jury verdict in favor of my client in a personal injury lawsuit
Jury verdict in favor of my client in automobile accident case
The jury awarded no damages against my client at trial.
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BS - Bachelor of Science
2020
Handling the bicycle accident case
2015
Bridging the Gap
2010
Settlements
2017
2016
2011
English
Legal Answers
If a person is arrested & in jail but, goes to the er for a car accident injury that happened 5 days prior to arrest?
31 Oct 2017
If I live with my parents who have selected limited tort/min first party benefit, but I am a passenger in a car with full tort?
24 Mar 2017
I just got into an accident, where I was at fault. My car was way past inspection, how badly will this affect my claim?
07 Dec 2014