James Matthew Kirby

Litigation Attorney at Memphis, TN

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The Job was done RIGHT! Long Distance even.

There isn't enough glowing words to express the professionalism, communication standards, and measurable results achieved by hiring Matthew Kirby. After 17 months of no results with an out of state case, I hired Mr. Kirby to represent a workers compensation claim that was getting no where. He consulted with me when ever I needed it, day and night. He knew all the right procedures to achieve a verdict on my behalf. His direction even returned out of pocket money I didn't know could be reimbursed such as mileage and supplies. Today, I have an authorized Doctor and am getting the treatment and payments rightfully due.

Amazing!!

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I am licensed in TN and Arkansas.

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Licensed for 22 years

State AR

Status Active

Acquired 2014

Updated 03/28/2014

State TN

Status Active

Acquired 2001

Updated 03/16/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Posted by anonymous | June 7, 2016

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Posted by Meagan | December 22, 2015

Amazing!!

My father served 21 years in the Navy, when he passed his life insurance company didn't want to pay me and my sister. Matthew Kirby fought my dads life insurance company and won. His assistant Lisa Strong is a great woman too. I live in Georgia and they were just amazing. I would highly recommend Mr. Kirby!!

Posted by Jim | May 7, 2014

Great Attorney

Matthew worked with me well through each step of my case and kept me informed of all the aspects of my case. He worked for me and gave me advise but never tried to influence my decision on when or what in the way of settlement but give me the tools to make and informed decision that I am very please. Summing up, great attorney, great firm.

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Posted by Stuart | May 6, 2014

Great lawyer

I have worked with Matthew several times and had a positive experience each time. He works well with other attorneys in a timely manner. He is always available when needed, courteous and prepared. I will continue to use Matthew when the need arises and would recommend him to others.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

Member
Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC
2009 - Present

Associate
Harris, Shelton, Hanover & Walsh, PLLC
2001 - 2008

Education

University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001

Union University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1998

Legal Cases

Cawthon v. Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City
Favorable result for client (Appellate Court reversed trial Court's perm total award and capped Plaintiff's damages)

Tangradi v. Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City

Associations

Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh
Chair of Hiring Committee
2015 - Present

Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh
Long-Term Planning Committee Member
2014 - Present

Memphis Bar Association
Technology Committee Member
2012 - Present

Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh
Marketing Committee member
2012 - Present

Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh
Chair of Workers' Compensation Practice Group
2009 - Present

Memphis Bar Association
Member
2001 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association
Member
2001 - Present

TAGLAW
Affiliate Member
2011 - 2014

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers in America
2016

Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Super Lawyers
2015

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2014

AV (Preeminent)
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating
2013

Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Client Review
2013

Rising Star
Mid-South Super Lawyers
2013

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2012

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2011

Associate Member
American Inns of Court
N/A

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Publications

Memphis Daily News
Memphis Law Talk with Matthew Kirby
2013

Speaking Engagements

Germantown Exchange Club Breakfast
Revisions to Workers' Compensation Law
2014

Managing Behavioral Health Patients in the ED
Civil Commitment laws
2013

Managing Behavioral Health Patients in the ED: The Pathways to Safe Care
Behavioral Health laws
2011

Understanding and Application of Legal Principles to Risk Managment
Risk Managment
2005

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Attorney endorsements

Received (26)

Given (40)

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Health care Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Simon Kabzan

Litigation Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."

Richard Geller

Unknown Attorney | Sep 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. Highly respected in the legal community. Strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

Todd Snow

Health care Attorney | Aug 14
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is an intelligent and hard working attorney. He provides expert representation to all his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone I know."

Richard Rosenstein

Unknown Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kirby is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."

John Shelton

Litigation Attorney | Apr 21
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christian Lassen

Unknown Attorney | Sep 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

J Shelton

Medical malpractice Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

James Newsom

Litigation Attorney | Aug 26
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Matthew Kirby as a fine litigator with whom I have had the privilege of working. Matthew is a zealous advocate who enjoys the practice of law and his enjoyment is apparent in the quality of his work."

Milton Hobbs

Litigation Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kirby is an extremely hard worker and a creative thinker. He keeps client costs and expenses in mind while obtaining the best results for his clients whether that be through settlment negotiations or trial."

William Moss

Workers compensation Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation"

Michael Carter

Litigation Attorney | Aug 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is very professional and knowledgeable."

Russell Lewis

Health care Attorney | Aug 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"James provides diligent and zealous representation to his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

Cheyne Harris

Litigation Attorney | Aug 21
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. In my opinion, Matthew Kirby is one of the most professional and well respected attorneys in the Memphis area. He goes above and beyond the call of duty for his clients to ensure that they receive the best legal representation possible."