Matthew Slocum

Matthew Slocum

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 23 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Scranton, PA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Medical Malpractice

600 Jefferson Ave, Scranton, PA

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 34%

Representation of clients in personal injury matters including car accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, etc.

24 years

34%
Civil Rights 33%

Representation of clients who have had their Constitutional rights violated by state and local governments as well as private entities.

24 years

33%
Medical Malpractice 33%

Representation of victims of medical negligence.

24 years

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 23 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Slocum Firm, PC

600 Jefferson Ave, Scranton, PA, 18510

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Matthew Slocum's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Deborah | October 26, 2016 | Medical Malpractice

Responsive, knowledgable, compassionate

I consulted with Matt's office regarding a potential medical malpractice claim regarding my mother's death from a botched colonoscopy. Matt and Sarah were great in gathering my mother's records, keeping me informed, and discussing ideas and legal rationale with me about her care. Even though they u...ltimately decided not to pursue my mother's case, Matt made sure that I understood why they were not going to proceed and even referred me to another firm for a second opinion. I am a paralegal and the owner of a small law firm and I have very high expectations in terms of the treatment of clients. Matt and Sarah not only met, but exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Matt and his firm.

Posted by Robert | April 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business

Excellent Lawyer

Matt's knowledge as a lawyer is unsurpassed. I have used him for a multitude of work involving my business. Legal contracts can be difficult to understand. Matt breaks it down to a point that even I can follow. I will continue to use Matt for any legal work that I need now and in the future. Thanks f...or all your hard work!

Posted by Stephanie | January 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Right To The Point. Forward and Friendly

I was referred to The Slocum Firm after asking around for a good malpractice lawyer. I made the phone call and I meeting was set up immediately. Walking into any lawyers office can be overwhelming especially when you don't know what to expect but I never got that feeling, I was greeted by his secre...tary and wife and we were all on a first name basis within the first five minutes of meeting them. throughout the whole process every phone call was returned I believe he called me from Puerto Rico because I left a message on his machine. He is very professional and doesnt throw any punches. He is very good at keeping you updated as your case is proceeding. I really liked that he would never make a final decision without asking me my opinion first. overall the whole process was a pleasure I was very well-informed with everything going on with my case and would recommend The firm to anyone looking for a hard working honest lawyer who's always got their clients best interest first. And Yes We Won,The Slocum Firm!!!!!!

Posted by Rich | December 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Slocum law firm review

Highly recommend them!! Handled my case quickly and efficiently...calls were returned promptly with most up to date information. ..overall great to deal with with great results! !!

Posted by Carol | March 24, 2015 | Car Accidents

Highly recommended!

Would highly recommend Attorney Matt Slocum! After a car accident in March of 2011 and 2 previous lawyers and the run around for 3 years Attorney Slocum was recommended to me by a close friend. I sat and talked to Attorney Slocum at the end of summer 2014, My case was closed by the end of February 20...15. He kept me up to date on everything going on with my case, if I had a question and had to call him, he promptly returned my calls, no waiting for days or sometimes weeks as I went through with the other lawyers. I felt comfortable talking with him and is a very trustworthy person. I wouldn't waste my time calling any other lawyer!

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Matthew Slocum's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Fisher

Civil rights lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Munley

Medical malpractice lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is great and experienced med mal and civil rights attorney. He is great in front of a jury and is always fighting for his clients."

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Jamie Anzalone

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Craig Kalinoski

Medical malpractice lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Meagan du Jardin

Personal injury lawyer

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Jamie Anzalone

Personal injury lawyer

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Thomas Munley

Personal injury lawyer

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Craig Kalinoski

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Partner, The Slocum Firm

2002 - 2003

Clerk, Honorable Trish Corbett

Associations

2014 - Present

Pennsylvania Association For Justice

Member

2002 - Present

Lackawanna Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Medical Malpractice

Settled $600,000.00

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Education

2005

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2002

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Franklin and Marshall College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2022

Happenings Magazine Matt Slocum • Slocum Law

Languages

English

Activity

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