Matthew Powell

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Matthew Powell

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Brain injury Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Personal Injury ... +3 more

304 S Plant Ave., Tampa, FL

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About Matthew

Biography

Suffered a serious injury caused by another's fault? Call 24/7 for a free consultation.

A brain injury is one of the most devastating injuries. Call me to talk about how I can help you.

The loss of a loved one is a tragedy. Make sure your lawyer has experience to protect your rights.

Top Rated Car Accident Lawyers. Call Today For A Free Consult.

I have taken numerous trucking cases all the way through a successful jury verdict. Please call me

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Brain Injury 30%

Complex litigation involving mild to sever brain injuries. Using SPECT scans to objectively prove and document brain injuries. Using neuro-psychological testing, PET scans, MRI, CT and many other forms of objective testing to document the loss of function in my client.

39 years | 675 cases

30%
Car Accident 20%

Author of the Automobile Accident Guide. Frequent lecturer on how to win soft tissue cases. Using Digital Motion X-Ray to objectify ligament instability, then using an Upright MRI to image the torn and stretched ligaments to objectively prove whiplash injuries.

39 years | 2,500 cases

20%
Personal Injury 20%

20%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 15%

38 years | 62 cases

15%
Wrongful Death 10%

Representing families who have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another. From motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice and many other unfortunate losses in between.

39 years | 890 cases

10%
Trucking Accident 5%

Big rig crashes usually cause very serious injuries. The trucking companies have investigators and claims adjusters all over the country who spring into action to reduce or eliminate responsibility for these serious crashes. If you or a loved one has been involved in a trucking crash, make sure you find a lawyer who has experience in this area, one who knows the complex laws, and the intricacies of the trucking business.

39 years | 775 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 2 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2024

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 37 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1988

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 38 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1987

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

MattLaw Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers

304 S Plant Ave., Tampa, FL, 33606

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Matthew Powell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Desiree | November 27, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Generosity in Action

I appreciate Matt Law and their generosity. Today as I was visiting Vinoy Park for Shopalooza, Matt Law was giving out free bike helmets. Well, the kids I needed helmets for were not with me. They are kids who we adopted for Christmas. We purchased 3 bikes, but not the helmets. We're elated Matt Law ...gave us 3 helmets. Great way to help our community.

Posted by Phyllis | January 4, 2015

"Attorney Powell is the BEST set apart from the REST!

Atty Matt Powell came highly recommended by my therapist@ Life Center. I suffered a major injury August 2014 due to no fault of my own. Not only was I severely injured. I had lost hope in our judicial system with no direction believing that my civil rights had been violated. I made the call to At...torney Powell's office left a message and to my surprise my call was promptly returned within the very same day, not by the office paralegal but Atty Powell himself listening attentively with compassion to my emotional state and concerned over the telephone. Unfortunately, my case was not of one that he could take on, however that didn't prevent him from providing information and guidance moving me in the direction in what I could do independently to get the attention of those person's that would be key players in getting me the positive reaction that I required! I personally didn't have much faith nor confidence in Attorney's due to prior negative experience. I truly say THANK you Atty Matt for restoring my faith in Attorney's as you're the BEST set apart from the REST!

Posted by Wendy | December 1, 2014

An attorney willing to listen, gather information and take a chance

I went for a consultation many years ago with Matt Powell. He listened patiently while I explained my situation. Even though I could tell he wasn't completely convinced that I had a case, he agreed to represent me. It was a long hard battle, but he continued to dig deep into the facts. He was very de...termined. In the years that followed, my case became very public. He never wavered. He was by my side through every public interview and continued to keep me updated at all times. I have referred many friends and relatives to Matt since my case was resolved. I can't think of anyone who was not satisfied with the end result of his representation.

Posted by anonymous | February 5, 2010

Excellent Personal Injury Attorney

Several years ago, I was the victim of a DUI hit and run. Fortunately, the hit and run driver's car disintegrated not far from the scene of the accident. Matt took care in making sure that I was taken care of in every possible way, even coming along to provide support when I gave my deposition for th...e criminal portion of the case.

Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2008

A true man of Integrity.

Matt Powell is one of the most brilliant men I have ever met in my life. He is genuine, trustworthy and a man of true integrity! When Matt tells you he will do something, consider it done. The BEST!

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Matthew Powell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Unknown lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew Powell is a great lawyer. You cannot go wrong with him. Matt will walk you through the process and keep you informed along the way."

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Alan Scharf

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Olga Palma

Personal injury lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is my pleasure to endorse Matthew Powell. I agree with all the high praise Matt has received from his colleagues here on AVVO. I also want to add that I have known Matt for almost three years and I have personally witnessed how he treats all of his clients with dignity and respect. These are wonderful qualities for an attorney to have. He works hard for his clients and is very responsive to their legal needs. With the assistance of his exceptional staff he provides great legal service to his clients."

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Michael Garland

Brain injury lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt is an exceptional talent and an inspiration to work with."

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Kim Cullen

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Matt Powell for any client who needs an experienced, intelligent, and aggressive lawyer to handle their personal injury case. Matt uses the latest technology and innovative techniques to get the best results for his clients."

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David Linn

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I gladly endorse Matthew Powell. He is one of the most brilliant and innovative personal injury trial attorneys in the state, dedicated to achieving outstanding results for his clients."

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Matthew Schultz

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a highly experienced and highly skilled litigator. I endorse him without reservation."

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Henry Graham

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 12

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"I endorse this lawyer's work. Matt Powell is universally respected as one of the best plaintiff's attorney in Orlando. His exceptional knowledge of the law, his technical skill in trial, and his sincere, unremitting dedication to his clients sets him apart. I strongly endorse Matt Powell."

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Robert Kraft

Car accident lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Powell is one of the best and most innovative personal injury trial lawyers I have met. I endorse Matt without reservation, and would not hesitate to hire him to represent me in an injury claim."

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Alan Fields

Medical malpractice lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've referred several clients with med mal issues to Matt, including my brother. Matt's a tremendous lawyer, very professional, good results -- and most telling about him was the first advice to each was to address the medical problem with the best doctor possible even where a "cure" would harm the potential lawsuit."

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Ed Spinks

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Powell is an outstanding attorney and leader in the community of personal injury litigation. He readily provides advice and counsel to less experienced attorneys and associates. He is a highly regarded member of the Florida Bar as evidenced by his board certification as a civil trial attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Board Certification Civil Trial Lawyer, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2010

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar

2007

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

Certificate of Achievement, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers

2001

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Partner, MattLaw

1988 - 1989

Partner, Yates & Powell

1987 - 1988

Attorney, Fuller Johnson and Farrell

Associations

2010 - Present

Amputee Coalition of America

Member

2010 - Present

National Spinal Cord Injury Association

Member

2010 - Present

Unite 2 Fight Paralysis

Member

2010 - Present

Public Justice Foundation

Member

2010 - Present

Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America

State Advisory Board Member

2009 - Present

The National Crime Victim Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Southern Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

National Center for Victims of Crime

Member

2003 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Eagle Member

1988 - Present

Missouri Bar

Attorney

1987 - Present

Florida Trial Lawyers Association

Eagle Member

1987 - Present

American Association for Justice

Presidents Club

Education

1987

The Florida State University College of Law

Juris Doctorate with Honors

1984

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science

1983

University of Florida

Associate of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Workhorse Seminar 2010

Cutting Edge MRI techniques for use at trial to objectively show soft tissue injuries including brain injuries

2009

Workhorse Seminar 2009

An In-Depth strategy and Tactics Assessment and Study into the Techniques and Methods of Interrogating Defense Medical Examiners in Order to Maximize the Benefit For Your Client and in Order to Obtain Truthful Responses

2008

Workhorse Seminar 2008

Medical Causation Issues That Come Up In Several Cases

2007

Workhorse Seminar 2007

Cutting Edge Imaging For Soft Tissue Injuries - What is new for 2007

2007

Medicine and the Law

Proving Cervical Injuries for their true value, how to use Upright MRI to show ligament injuries

2007

Functional Imaging and Anatomy with Digital Motion X-Ray

Proving Soft Tissue Injuries with Digital Motion X-ray and Upright MRI imaging

2006

Upright Imaging Seminar

Proving Cervical Injuries for their true value, how to use Upright MRI to show ligament injuries

2005

Proving Cervical Injuries through basic physics, and understanding the phases of motion that inure the spine

Causation of injuries to the Cervical Spine from low speed rear end car crashes

2004

Innovator 2004 Digital Motion X-Ray

“How to prove soft tissue injuries with the use of Digital Motion X-Ray

2003

Innovator Conference for State of the Art Digital Motion X-ray Technology

Operation manual for the witness chair” How to testify clearly and effectively

Publications

1999

Automobile Accident Injury Guide - Step By Step Procedures To Protect Your Rights Automobile Accident Injury Guide - Step By Step Procedures To Protect Your Rights

1998

Know Your Rights Concerning Medical Malpractice - A Simple Guide to A Complex Issue Know Your Rights Concerning Medical Malpractice - A Simple Guide To A Complex Issue

Languages

English

Vietnamese

Spanish

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