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Matthew Charles Hardin
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About Matthew
Biography
Matt Hardin grew up in Cookeville, Tennessee, following in his father’s footsteps as a second-generation attorney. After earning his bachelor’s degree at Rhodes College, he completed both his master’s and juris doctor at the University of Tennessee. Today, he leads Matt Hardin Law, PLLC, representing plaintiffs in personal injury, truck and tractor-trailer wrecks, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and premises liability cases across Tennessee and Kentucky. Matt has held every officer position in the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association—including President—and now serves as a Trustee for LIFT. He is also a Fellow of the Nashville Bar Foundation and active in the Tennessee, Nashville, and Kentucky bar associations, plus the Kentucky Justice Association. Matt’s peer honors include AV Preeminent® certification from Martindale-Hubbell®, inclusion in Best Lawyers®, a spot among the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys’ “10 Best in Tennessee” for Client Satisfaction, and recognition as a Mid-South Superlawyer. A former insurance defense attorney, he uses insider insight to maximize recoveries for his clients. Off duty, he and his wife Janet cheer on their three children at sports events, serve West End United Methodist Church, and enjoy golf, tennis, and boating.
Experienced Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Attorney. Call for a Free Initial Consultation.
Experienced Car and Truck Accident Attorney. Call for a Free Initial Consultation.
Experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney. Call for a Free Initial Consultation.
Experienced Personal Injury Attorney. Call for a Free Initial Consultation.
Experienced Truck and Car Accident Attorney. Call for a Free Initial Consultation.
Experienced Wrongful Death Attorney. Call for a Free Initial Consultation.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
26 years
26 years
26 years
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 9 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 25 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
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Matthew Charles Hardin's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
32 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Kathryn | February 19, 2020 | Car Accidents
Attorney recommendation
Matt helped me with a car wreck matter and I was very pleased with his representation. He was knowledge on handling insurance companies and the various issues that came up with my case. I recommend him highly.
Matthew Hardin
Replied last February 19, 2020Thank you for the positive review, Kathryn. We appreciate your feedback!
Posted by Robert | February 19, 2020 | Personal Injury
Excellent Representation
As a former client of Matt's (and also as an attorney), I highly recommend him. He helped me tremendously in a personal injury case by discussing placing monetary value on something that is difficult to place a value on (an injury that changes one's life) and he was able to achieve an excellent resu...
Matthew Hardin
Replied last February 19, 2020Thank you for your endorsement Robert! We appreciate you taking the time to write a review, as well as your kind words.
Posted by Nicole | February 19, 2020 | Personal Injury
Matt Hardin
I am in a business where I work with a lot of attorney's (in another field) and Matt is outstanding, he was compassionate with my needs and injuries and exceeded my expectations. He handled my injury case flawlessly and I was extremely happy with the end result.
Matthew Hardin
Replied last February 19, 2020Nicole, thank you for your endorsement and your positive review! We're glad we were able to earn a 5-star review from you. If you need any personal injury attorney services in the future, please call us anytime.
Posted by Nicole | February 19, 2020 | Car Accidents
Consult I desperately needed
I spoke to Mr. Hardin about a legal issue I was having. Even though he practices personal injury and my issue wasn't such, he took the time to give me much needed advice and steer me in the right direction. I always felt like attorneys were too busy to help someone for nothing. That isn't true in thi...
Matthew Hardin
Replied last February 19, 2020Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review Nicole! We appreciate your kind words!
Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Highly Recommended!
Matt Hardin Law represented me through my leg injury case and I have nothing but great things to say about the way Matt represented me through the whole process. After my initial 45 minute discussion with Matt, I rest assured that Matt Hardin Law was the right group to represent my best interests eth...
Matthew Hardin
Replied last February 19, 2020Thank you for trusting us with your case! We greatly appreciate your kind words and your 5-star review.
Matthew Charles Hardin's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I have found Matt Hardin to be one of Nashville's best car and truck accident attorneys. He listens to his clients' needs and aggressively fights for their rights. I'm sure the insurance adjusters sweat when they find out Matt is on the other side."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a brilliant plaintiffs' lawyer. He knows the law, is experienced, has a great reputation, and exercises the judgment that ends up yielding his clients tremendous benefits. I highly recommend his representation and wouldn't hesitate to refer an injured party to him."
"Matt Hardin is widely respected in the legal community for both his knowledge of the law and passionate advocacy. I have worked with Matt on numerous complex legal cases, from medical malpractice to car accident cases. I have found him to be professional, well-prepared and a zealous advocate for his clients. Any person who Matt is able to accept as a client will receive excellent service."
"Matt Hardin is a tough, no nonsense advocate. I have often called on him for advice on personal injury litigation issues, and especially for his spot-on knowledge of what a case might be worth. He has an excellent reputation in the legal community of Nashville, and he has gone above and beyond by working closely with our Supreme Court to improve regulations governing lawyer advertising."
"I have known Matt through our association on several cases, and I have also referred cases to him over the past few years. He is diligent, focused, and an exceptional advocate for his clients. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."
"Matt Hardin is an aggressive litigator who achieves maximum recovery for his client through preparation, toughness and skillful advocacy. All the while, Matt maintains and never compromises his ethical standards. I endorse his work."
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Experience
Honors
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1986
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, Matt Hardin Law, PLLC
2011 - 2013
Attorney, Rudy, Wood, Winstead, Williams & Hardin, PLLC
2006 - 2011
Attorney, Gullett, Sanford, Robinson & Martin, PLLC
2001 - 2006
Attorney, Thomason, Hendrix, Harvey, Johnson & Mitchell, PLLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Tennessee Association for JusticeExecutive Board
2009 - Present
Legal AidVolunteer Attorney
2008 - Present
Tennessee Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
2008 - Present
Rhodes College Nashville Alumni GroupBoard Member
2006 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Alpha Tau Omega-Rhodes CollegeAdvisory Board
2001 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
Tennessee Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
2011 - 2013
Rhodes College Nashville Alumni GroupPresident
2010 - 2013
Green Hills Rotary ClubSocial Chairperson
2007 - 2013
Green Hills Rotary ClubMember
2003 - 2006
Phoenix Club-MemphisMember
2003 - 2006
Advisory BoardPresident-Alpha Tau Omega Alumni Board
2001 - 2013
American Bar AssociationMember
2001 - 2006
Memphis Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Favorable
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Education
2001
JD
1996
MS - Master of Science
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Proving Damages in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Cases
2010
Finding Expert Witnesses
Publications
2012
1996
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
What does a person do that lives out of the state that their daughter got killed while fishing from being hit by another vessel?
22 May 2022
I was in a head on car accident. The other driver was on his phone. He died. I had ankle Surgery & concussion. Totaled my car
21 Feb 2020
Can I hold the hospital responsible for my wife's death ?
28 Apr 2019