Matthew D. Liebenhaut

Matthew D. Liebenhaut

also known as Matt Liebenhaut

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Tallahassee, FL
Practice Areas: Social Security, Divorce & Separation, Family

2300 Killearn Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL

About Matthew

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-25%

Retainer

Sometimes


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 18 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2007

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 20 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2005

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Liebenhaut | Hesser Law Firm

2300 Killearn Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL, 32309

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Matthew D. Liebenhaut's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

74 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 28 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Carole | March 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

REPUTABLE, RFELIABLE, COMMITTED TO HIS CLIENTS

It may have taken a year to obtain my daughter's disability, but we were already told at the outset that it would take at least that long. Atty. Liebenhaut's assistants were always there to answer our questions as the process moved along. Our e-mails or texts were answered within a 24 hours. I was ...most appreciative of everyone's desire to answer all questions in depth. I found talking with Matt Liebenhaut that he is extremely caring about each client he represents as he has personal experience with his family regarding obtaining disability. My personal assessment of Matt is that he is engaging, warm, sensitive and has a high sense of moral integrity. I would recommend Liebenhaut Law firm to anyone looking for great representation with Social Security & Disability.

Posted by Lewis | November 21, 2024 | Social Security Disability

SunLife disability resolution

Matt, went out of his way to provide me information that lead to a resolution on my disability case. This on just on a consultation. The insurance did the right thing based on his recommendations that was included in my case. Highly recommend. Listens, empathetic and more than willing to get the ...job done even in a time crunch

Posted by Phyllis | August 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability

Attorney Matthew Liebenhaut is an excellent attorney, the type that everyone deserves and would love to have. Whenever his firm takes your Social Security Disability case, you can depend on them being transparent, thorough, and responsive. They pay careful attention to instructions and details, and... conduct their work with great integrity and professionalism. In addition, his ability to coordinate and organize important matters is outstanding. If given the opportunity, I am sure, and with no reservation, that his law firm will perform to the best of their ability on your case. I think very highly of his Law Firm, and very strongly recommend them for your serious consideration, if ever needed. I truly appreciated their professional and legal expertise in helping me reach a tremendous and difficult milestone. They are absolutely amazing and the very best!

Posted by Lin | March 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent attorney

Obtaining disability benefits from the Social Security Administration can be exceedingly complicated and challenging. My son, who suffers from severely debilitating spinal deficits, needed expert help with filing his disability claim. As his caregiver, I thoroughly researched the reputations of th...e law firms in our vicinity. The Liebenhaut/Hesser Law Firm website states: “Our clients’ interests are our highest priority. Liebenhaut | Hesser is an award-winning law firm dedicated to providing excellent representation in the areas of Social Security Disability, Private Disability Insurance, and Family Law. We consider it our obligation to operate in a manner worthy of our clients’ trust. We are detail-oriented and client-focused. Treating clients with kindness, respect, and professionalism is our guiding principle.” In regards to that mission statement: I can say from personal experience that truer words have never been stated. Attorney Liebenhaut and his staff succeeded in obtaining disability benefits for my son in such an outstanding manner that there are not enough accolades to express our thanks for their dedication, determination, and compassion. The staff of the Liebenhaut/Hesser Law Firm, under the leadership of Matt Liebenhaut, is phenomenal. Not only did he effectively oversee the handling of my son’s disability claim, Attorney Liebenhaut (as CEO and co-founding partner in the Firm) remained personally involved. His Prehearing Team and fellow attorneys are remarkable and are a tribute to his outstanding management skills. I highly recommend the Liebenhaut/Hesser Law Firm if you are looking for expert, efficient, and remarkable help in obtaining SSD benefits. Linda

Posted by Lisa | February 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Long Term Disability

When I consulted Matt and his team for LTD assistance, they were prompt, responsive, and organized. They made it very easy to get any paperwork submitted. Updates were frequent and spot on. Above all, he and his office staff were compassionate and caring, making a difficult situation SO much easier.... His office is also currently helping me with the SSD application process. Highly recommended.

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Matthew D. Liebenhaut's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rachel Hill Borntreger

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When I have cases involving disability or social security, Matt is my first call. His knowledge of disability law is outstanding. Matt has also been opposing counsel in several family law cases, and he is an exceptional advocate for his clients."

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Homer Jordan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He's a well respected lawyer who takes the time to get to know his clients."

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Bonnie Klein Rhoden

Family lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Winter Spires

Family lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt, is a lawyer who is attentive to his client's needs and will go above and beyond to get the right answers to your legal questions."

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Arthur Cherry

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a consummate professional and he gets results for his clients. I recommend this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Matthew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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David Abrams

Unknown lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is a great lawyer and human-being. He's always well prepared and represents his clients in a very professional and competent manner."

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Anthony Rickman

Unknown lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Wallace

Litigation lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt is an excellent lawyer. In addition to possessing a great deal of smarts, Matt is an attorney that truly cares about his clients and enjoys fighting on their behalf."

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Tor Jensen-Friedman

Limited liability company (LLC) lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Shaun Amarnani

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work because he is an outstanding attorney in Tallahassee, Florida."

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John Wallace

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

"Legal Elite Up and Comer", Florida Trend Magazine

2003

Katzentine-Simon Scholarship, Florida State University College of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Matt Liebenhaut, PLLC

2008 - Present

Attorney, Carr Allison

2005 - 2008

Attorney, Carlock, Copeland, Semler & Stair, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

Tallahassee Affilliate of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

President

2011 - Present

Big Bend Cares

Board of Directors

2010 - Present

TallyTIES

Director

2009 - Present

Florida State University College of Law

Coach, Mock Trial

Education

2005

Florida State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Florida State University

B.S. (Magna Cum Laude)

Speaking Engagements

2015

2015 Family-to-Family Seminar

Advocating for Those with Mental Illness

2014

Medical-Legal Partnership

Representing Clients before the Social Security Administration

2013

Older Americans Month

Surrogate Decision Making Documents

2013

Medical-Legal Partnership Social Security Disability

2010

North Gulf Coast Chapter of the Community Associations Institute

2010 Legislation Affecting Florida Community Associations

Publications

2015

Liebenhaut Law SSDI: Fighting for David Against Goliath

2015

Liebenhaut Law Applying for Disability and Early Retirement: Yes, you can!

2013

Liebenhaut Law The Trial Work Period

2007

Medical Malpractice Law & Strategy Many Shields of Immunity: A Primer on the Statutes that Protect Charitable Healthcare Providers

2006

Defense Research Institute Newsletter, The Voice, Volume 5, Issue 29 Effective Use of Demonstrative Exhibits at Trial

2005

Post-Trial: What's Next National Business Institute CLE Seminar, Civil Trial From Start to Finish: A Practical Approach to Trying a Civil Case in Georgia

Languages

Spanish

English

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