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James Matthew Kirby
also known as Matthew Kirby
About James
Biography
I am licensed in TN and Arkansas.
Practice Areas
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Licensed in Arkansas for 12 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 25 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC
One Commerce Sq Ste 2700, Memphis, TN, 38103
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Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
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 consul...
Posted by Meagan | December 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Life Insurance
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....
Posted by Jim | May 07, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
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 ple...
Posted by Stuart | May 06, 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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"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."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
AV (Preeminent), Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating
2013
Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell Client Review
2013
Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
N/A
Associate Member, American Inns of Court
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Member, Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC
2001 - 2008
Associate, Harris, Shelton, Hanover & Walsh, PLLC
Associations
2015 - Present
Harris Shelton Hanover WalshChair of Hiring Committee
2014 - Present
Harris Shelton Hanover WalshLong-Term Planning Committee Member
2012 - Present
Memphis Bar AssociationTechnology Committee Member
2012 - Present
Harris Shelton Hanover WalshMarketing Committee member
2009 - Present
Harris Shelton Hanover WalshChair of Workers' Compensation Practice Group
2001 - Present
Memphis Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2014
TAGLAWAffiliate Member
Sample of 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
Education
2001
University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Union University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
2014
Germantown Exchange Club Breakfast
Revisions to Workers' Compensation Law
2013
Managing Behavioral Health Patients in the ED
Civil Commitment laws
2011
Managing Behavioral Health Patients in the ED: The Pathways to Safe Care
Behavioral Health laws
2005
Understanding and Application of Legal Principles to Risk Managment
Risk Managment
Publications
2013
Memphis Daily News
Memphis Law Talk with Matthew Kirby
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Workers comp settlement amount
17 Dec 2013
Q&A
What happens if I use my own doctor for a second opinion ? WC doctor has released me. Can I seek my own medical ?
09 Jul 2013
Q&A
Can my employer deduct a 30 minute lunch from my timecard in tennessee even though I don't take a lunch or have time for one?
27 Jun 2013