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About Matthew

Matthew Wheeley was born in Haines City, FL and grew up in Clearwater. He and his wife, Dianna, have two grown children who were recently married and live in Tampa. They have two spoiled dogs still living at home. Matt has completed a marathon, half-marathon and numerous triathalons.

Matthew is an attorney in the New Port Richey office and the Spring Hill office handling workers' compensation, personal injury and Social Security Disability matters.

  • The Florida Bar, 1981
  • The Workers Compensation Section, 1987
  • Florida Bar Board Certified Expert in Workers Compensation, 1992
  • The United States Supreme Court, 1998
  • Florida Workers Advocates
  • Hernando County Bar Association
  • West Pasco Bar Association

Education:

 University of Florida, Gainesville, FL (JD,1981)

 University of South Florida, Tampa, FL (BA, 1978)

St. Petersburg JuniorCollege, Clearwater, FL (AA, 1976)

 

Practice areas

Personal injurySocial securityWorkers compensation
  1. Workers compensation: 60%

    Representing workers injured on the job to obtain benefits to which they are entitled.

    34 years, 3,000 cases

  2. Social security: 30%

  3. Personal injury: 10%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

7614 Massachusetts Avenue
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Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett, P.A.

7614 Massachusetts Avenue
New Port Richey, FL, 34653

Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett PA

4245 Rachel Boulevard
Spring Hill, FL, 34653

Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett PA

250 N. Belcher Rd. Suite 102
Clearwater, FL, 33765

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing198112/20/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers37
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2017
Peer ReviewedMartindale-Hubbell2017
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2010
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2009
Board Certified - Workers' CompensationFlorida Bar1992
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyCarlson, Meissner Hart & Hayslett, P.A.2017 - Present
PartnerMorgan & Morgan2011 - 2017
PartnerFowler White Boggs Banker2005 - 2012
PartnerBarbas Nunez Koenig Wheeley1991 - 2004
AttorneyAlpert, Josey, Grilli & Freeman1988 - 1991
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Hernando County Bar AssociationMember2017 - Present
West Pasco Bar AssociationMember2017 - Present
Florida Workers' AdvocatesMember2013 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember1998 - Present
Florida Bar, Workers' Compensation Law SectionMember1992 - Present
Florida BarMember1981 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1981
University of South floridaBA - Bachelor of Arts1978
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
2009 Ft. Myers Employment Law SeminarEmma Murray- The Florida Supreme Court Case That Changes the Landscape of Workers' Comp2009
2008 Ft. Myers Employment Law SeminarInjuries at Work and the Resulting Workers' Compensation Claims2008
2007 Employment Law SeminarWorkers' Compensation2007
2006 Employment Law seminarDefending and Settling Workers' Compensation Claims2006

Reviews

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SS Disability

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Mr. Wheeley and his team were instrumental in getting my Social Security Disability claim approved. His team did a good job in keeping me updated on the status of my claim throughout the process.
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Disability claim

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Mr. Wheeley and his assistant were very professional and forthcoming with their knowledge! I felt very comfortable discussing my case with them. They kept me in the loop every step of the way and guided me appropriately through this process.
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The Best LAW Firm

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I hired Mr Wheeley to help me with Social Security Disability. He was very helpful and fully explained everything to me before hand and was very patient. He offered to file the initial paperwork for because I was sick with cancer treatments. He assistants Ana and Sarah were great. They kept me in the loop and called to inform me of everything that happened and the progress being made and double checking to see if I completed paperwork that SSDI needed. Kelly is wonderful to speak with on the phone. I truely I wouldn't have been approved so quickly if it wasn't for this law team on my side. If you need a lawyer, please don't hesitate to contact this firm. They are the best!!
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Worker's Compensation case

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I went to see Mr. Wheeler after I had an accident at work. I needed to know what to do because my worker's comp. Adjuster had been switched several times and I was getting no where with my doctors or compensation. He quickly put me at ease and said he would handle everything from here out. And he was true to his word. He and his very helpful team, took care of everything and I received the care I needed. He settled my claim quickly and I could not of asked for a better attorney. I would recommend Mr. Wheeler and his team to anyone who is having any kind of problems with workers compensation. Thank you so much Mr. Wheeler and his team!!
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Worker’s compensation

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Wow! Words just could not describe how absolutely grateful I am for Mr. Matt Wheeley and his team. I was in a really bad place because of my accident at work but after finding Mr. Wheeley and speaking to him he made sure to make me feel at ease about the whole process and answered all of my questions! He never, not once made me feel like I wasn’t In good hands. He was able to close my case and help me put it all behind me with a great result! Thank you so much Mr. Wheeley for being so kind and so hard working! Thank you!!!
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Social Security Disability

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Mr. Wheeley was absolutely wonderful! Not only was he always available to answer all my questions but made recommendations to ensure a positive outcome in my case. I would highly recommend Mr. Wheeley without any hesitation whatsoever.
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HELPED A MAN WIN SOCIAL SECURITY

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He helped me win social security when Morgan and Morgan could not help me win. So if you need a attorney whowill fight for you then you should hire Mr. Wheeley.
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Workers Compensation Case

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Atty. Matt Blane Wheeley was a great lawyer who take great care of his clients. He explains clearly what would be the outcome of the case. He helped me with my workers compensation case win and get settlement fairly. Also her assistant Ana Kneisler (Paralegal) was so nice, great customer service and always response to my questions. I highly recommend Atty. Matthew B. Wheeley and Paralegal Ana Kneisler to any legal services/cases in their practice area that you will need because surely they will take great care for you. Thank you Atty. Matt and Ana for helping me. I really appreciate it.
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So easy to work with

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Matt helped me with a Social Security disability case that had me feeling frustrated and somewhat overwhelmed. He helped me understand the entire process, walked me through necessary paperwork and was a great support. He always had time For questions and never made me feel rushed or as if I were bothering him when I had a question. I would highly recommend him.
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He was successful with my Social Security case! - A very helpful, friendly, professional and knowledgeable attorney.

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"Matt" (as my wife and I have come to call him) from the first day we met him always went above and beyond in a friendly way to answer my questions concerning my Social Security case clearly and concisely. At no time did I ever feel uncomfortable around him, or that he was ever "holding anything back." - He always laid the cards on the table face-up, keeping me firmly aware of "where I stood" without sugar-coating anything at any time. He, however, from the very beginning I believe, had a very positive outlook on my case and conveyed that to me openly. If I had any questions, he openly and without reservation answered in a clear and concise manner, but yet always reassuring. I HIGHLY recommend "Matt", as well his law firm; Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett P.A. to anyone in need of legal assistance. You will fell welcomed from the very first visit by the front staff, and there's free coffee, which is always a plus!
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Casey Carlson, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 22, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Matt Wheeley has been an opposing counsel and a fine adversary for many years. He is a great workers' compensation attorney and I am now proud to have him on my team.

Paul Meissner, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 22, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker

Matthew is a hard-working attorney who is Board Certified in Workers' Compensation Law and has handled hundreds, if not thousands, of workers' compensation and social security claims.

Ricardo Rivera, Social security Attorney on Apr 25, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

Matt Wheeley is an excellent Attorney in the areas of Worker's Compensation, Social Security, and Personal Injury. I endorse Matthew Wheeley.

Jason Reid, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 4, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

I highly recommend Matt Wheeley to anyone that has been injured, whether while working or not. He possesses vast experience and stands out as one of the few attorneys that is knowledgeable in workers' compensation, personal injury and social security cases.

Matthew Kindel, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 4, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

Matt has been helping injured workers get the compensation they deserve for decades. He has dedicated so much effort and time that he is a board certified specialist in this area of law. I trust him with all my clients who present with a work injury.

Deborah Moss, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 30, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. Matthew works hard for people injured on the job.

Antonio Viera, Social security Attorney on Mar 28, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

Matt has tremendous experience, works hard for his clients and gets them great results. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation.

Sarah Raaymakers, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 28, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is an experienced, caring, and dedicated attorney who works very hard for his clients.

Terri Cromley, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 28, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

I have known Matt for probably 20 years. He is an exceptional attorney. He works very hard to obtain all possible benefits for his clients. I am very proud to be working with him now.

Betty Whitman, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 28, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

Matt recently joined our firm and he is a FANTASTIC addition to our group in Spring Hill and New Port Richey. He is Board Certified in workers' compensation - VERY knowledgeable and experienced! I wholeheartedly endorse him!

Blake Lange, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 24, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

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    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs60 minutes
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.20%-40%