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Steven J. Matz’s concentration is in motor vehicle law, with an emphasis on traumatic brain injury. He is a 1974 graduate of the University of Michigan where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree with high distinction and highest honors. In 1977, he earned his Juris Doctor degree from The George Washington University National Law Center.
Mr. Matz is a member of the Bar of Michigan, Colorado, Texas, and Washington, D.C. He is a member of the American Association for Justice, Oakland County Mediation Tribunal, and the Michigan Attorney Discipline Board as a Hearing Panel Chairman. He has been appointed by the Michigan Supreme Court as a Master.
Mr. Matz lectures and publishes in ethics, marketing, client counseling, trial tactics, head injury, and legal research and writing.
“The purpose of liability law,” says Mr. Matz, “is to fairly compensate an individual for loss in personal injury. We have the talent and ability to obtain the best result possible for each of our clients.”
Mr. Matz has been rated AV Preeminent (the highest rating possible) by the legal publication Martindale-Hubbell; named by Michigan Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top attorneys in Michigan, a distinction made for only five percent of the attorneys in the state; and has been honored as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the State of Michigan by the National Trial Lawyers. He has also been honored as one of America's top 100 high stakes litigators. Crain's Detroit has named Mr. Matz one of Michigan's top attorneys.
Most recently, Mr. Matz was honored with the "Litigator Award." The Litigator Award honors the top %1 of lawyers for superior litigation performance.
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State: Colorado
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
State: Texas
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
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Posted by Dan | August 5, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
Mr Steve Matz helped me 12 years earlier when I was struck while riding my motorcycle. He always said after our victorious case was completed, that if I ever needed help, don’t hesitate to call him, that he would help me, well years later, my home insurance didn’t want to pay for all the items that ...
Posted by Cindy | May 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Steve was very helpful, answered any questions I may have had , and took care to get things done I’d recommend him absolutely
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Last November I was hit head on by a driver, driving to fast for the condition of the snow covered roads. The minivan that I was driving was totaled. I was taken to the hospital by ambulance, wearing a neck brace. I called all of the Lawyers that advertise on TV, but none of them would do anything f...
Posted by Daniel | September 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Where to begin about Steven. The man is absolutely wonderful, full of knowledge, and extremely confident in his expertise and abilities. Honestly, you can’t ask for a better lawyer. Steven Matz does not send someone in his place but shows up every time in person. The man is well known by many judges ...
Posted by Pete | September 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Recently I had the opportunity to use the services of Steve Matz. I was pleased to find his service far exceeded my expecations. He has good knowledge of his field (personal injury law, and property damage law), and connections that helped expedite processing in my case. But most impressive to me ...
"I endorse this lawyer. Steven Matz is an excellent attorney. He is dedicated, caring, knowledgeable, and works tirelessly for his clients. I fully endorse and highly recommend this attorney."
"I endorse Steve Matz and his partner. They not only deliver quality and knowledgeable service but they care about the client not just the case. I say this as a competitor. Themis Fotieo"
"I endorse Steven J. Matz. He is a great attorney and mentor who is tireless in pursuit of his clients' interests. He is well deserving of his place among Michigan's best lawyers."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Attorney, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2015
Litigator Award, Trial Lawyers Board of Regents, LLC
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Michigan's Top Attorneys, Crain's Detroit Business
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyer in Michigan, National Trial Lawyers Association
2009
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers Magazine
2018 - Present
Owner, Matz Injury Law
2009 - 2018
Partner and Shareholder, Matz + Pietsch PC
2000 - 2021
Chairperson, Attorney Discipline Panel
1980 - 2009
Partner and Shareholder, Law Offices of Matz and Rubin
2015 - Present
America's Top 100 AttorneysMember
2000 - Present
Attorney Discipline PanelChairman
1998 - Present
Oakland County Circuit CourtPlaintiff's Case Evaluator
1998 - Present
Oakland County District CourtPlaintiff's Case Evaluator
1977 - Present
American Association of JusticeMember
1977 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1977 - Present
Michigan Association for JusticeSustaining Member
$1.74 Million Settlement
$3.45 Million
$950,000
$750,000
$800,000
$475,000
1977
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1974
BA - Bachelor of Arts with High Distinction and Highest Honors
2016
Law as a Career
2014
2014
Professional Ethics
2014
2013
You and the Law
2014
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English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Is Personal injury protection (PIP) a mandatory part of Michigan auto insurance?
04 Jul 2015
I tripped and severely broke my arm at a friends house. I had surgery and had a cadaver bone and 5 pins put in.
01 Dec 2014
My neighbor hit my parked car, and has no insurance.
26 Jul 2014