Matthew L. Turner

Matthew L. Turner

4.2
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 32 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Southfield, MI
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Employment & Labor, Class Action

1 Towne Sq Ste 1700, Southfield, MI

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 32 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1993

Active in Good Standing

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Location

Sommers Schwartz PC

1 Towne Sq Ste 1700, Southfield, MI, 48076-3739

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Matthew L. Turner's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Holly & Tyler | December 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice

Hands down the best!

If you’re seeking a medical malpractice attorney, Matthew Turner is an exceptional choice, empowering trust through his remarkable expertise. From our initial consultation with Matt, my husband and I felt inspired by his confidence. Although the process was lengthy, Matt and his team, particularly hi...s secretary Janice, consistently provided timely updates and essential information, uplifting us with hope. Matt is a seasoned professional who embodies confidence and expertise, ensuring his clients receive extraordinary representation. Thank you Matt for taking my case and bringing us some closure in such a difficult situation!

Posted by Morgan | October 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice

One In a Million

I was referred to Matt by a lawyer who had asked around for a lawyer who was both really good and kind. The latter being essential for my sanity after the trauma I endured. Matt is 100% both. He was fabulous- not only just knew his stuff but really truly dug into my case turning over EVERY rock and s...tone to make a strong argument, making sure we had the best expert witnesses for my case and even did a mock trial to be fully ready, etc. He was 110% invested in the case, even though it was far from an assured payout. He also really dug into the medical side of it to understand my condition, which was rare and thus time intensive. Additionally, Matt IS kind. Not to say that all news was good news; the process is tough, and there is no way around that and you might not get 100% of what you want. However, Matt absolutely treated me with kindness; he was direct when needed (which is appreciated), never discounted or minimized when I was emotional and always asked/encouraged I get the mental health support I needed to adjust to my new realities. If you are undertaking the medical malpractice journey get ready, but you want a partner like Matt.

Posted by Debbie | March 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice

Simply Amazing...

I hired Matt Turner because I was a victim of medical malpractice. Matt's ability to plan for and be proactive in my case was incredible to watch and be a part of. The preparation leading up to court was tremendous and I was so impressed with and thankful for his dedication. In court, he was simpl...y amazing. The difference between my team (Team Debbie) and the defense team was very apparent to everyone in that court room, especially the jury. His staff is second to none. The defense team is a very reputable and established law firm but there was still no comparison. Matt was so prepared, professional, and asked all the right questions at the right time. His knowledge of the law and his research of my case was extraordinary. He is very smart and, at the same time, so kind and sensitive. Matt truly has a gift. I felt very safe and comfortable with him representing me during one of the most stressful events of my life. The lawsuit was against a top neurosurgeon in Oakland County. In fact, he's one of the top surgeons in the Midwest. The odds were against us, but with Matt by my side, we won. The victory was unanimous, which is very rare in Oakland County. I am so blessed and thankful that I hired Matt Turner. I will always recommend Matt to anyone that needs a lawyer. I have worked with many lawyers throughout my 40 year career and Matt Turner is the simply BEST I have ever seen.

Posted by Chad | April 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Took our case, did nothing regarding it for a year and proceeded to drop the case

Matthew took our case shortly after my mother was paralyzed from a surgery. But as time progressed, we got the feeling he wasn't even trying as he repeatedly claimed he was very busy with other cases. Upon further research from his peers, we discovered Matthew is one of those attorneys who only takes... on "easy win" cases. So we began to press him a bit after 8-months for which we were informed that he'd get back with us after his vacation. Once he did, he informed us that our case required a lot of effort and he didn't have the time for it. So in the end, Matthew Turner wasted nearly a year of the 2-year timeframe for filing suit. I've lost respect for attorneys like Matthew Turner, they aren't fighting for you... they're fighting to make the most money for their firm with least effort of their resources.

Matthew Turner

Replied last April 07, 2017

I am extremely disappointed to read this review. Unfortunately, as an attorney I am bound by the attorney-client privilege and rules of confidentiality so I cannot respond to any specifics about the above case. I can say that I take every case very seriously and conduct a complete and thorough review. In a malpractice case it is not unusual for that review to take 6 months to a year. The client in the above case was notified of my decision in plenty of time to attempt to find another attorney prior to the expiration of the statute of limitations. The writer above commented that I am "one of those attorneys who only takes on 'easy win" cases." Nothing could be farther from the truth. In actuality, my reputation is that I will take cases that other lawyers will not take because they are too difficult.

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Confidence and Trust

Matt took over the lead in my case. I got the sense right away that he meant business and if anyone was going to be able to help me, Matt would! He has the exuberant go getter attitude that gave me instant confidence and trust that I was in good hands while at the same time was kind and sensitive t...o my situation. In the end, I felt he truly looked out for my best interests and gave me the informed and proper guidance to settle my case. I will recommend him to anyone i know that needs legal help. Thank you Matt!

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Matthew L. Turner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Argyrios Tsakalakis

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Turner is extremely professional, diligent, and knowledgeable. I have worked with him on several matters and witnessed his performance in trial. If I ever felt wronged, he is the person I would want fighting for me."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2016

Top Lawyers, dbusiness

2015

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2014

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2013

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2012

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2011

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2010

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2009

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2008

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2007

Michigan Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

N/A

Leading Lawyers, Leading Lawyers

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Senior Shareholder, Sommers Schwartz, PC

2008 - Present

Case Evaluator, Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County Courts

1993 - 2011

Partner, Turner and Turner, P.C.

Associations

State Bar of Michigan

Member

Michigan Association for Justice

Executive Board Member

American Board of Trial Advocates

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County Circuit Courts

Case Evaluator

Sample of Legal Cases

Class Action

$3.5 million class action settlement

Wrongfull Death

$855,000 verdict

Personal Injury

$475,000 Settlement

Class Action

$360,000 Class Action Settlement

Medical Malpractice

$1.86 Settlement

Personal Injury

$96,000 Verdict for Plaintiff

Medical Malpractice

$337,500 Settlement

Hospital Malpractice

$250,000 Settlement

Medical Malpractice

$82,500 Settlement

Hospital Malpractice

$300,000 Settlement

Class Action

Significant Class Action Verdict

Medical Malpractice

$275,000 Settlement

Padan v. West Corporation

Atkinson v. TeleTech, LLC

Toliver v. JBS Plainwell, Inc. et al.

Terry v. TMX Finance LLC et al.

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Education

N/A

Detroit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Ohio State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Federal Bar Association of the Western District of Michigan

“Advanced Trial Skills – Voir Dire”

N/A

Michigan Association for Justice, Medical Malpractice Seminar

Medical Malpractice

N/A

Great Lakes Mass Torts Institute

Mass Torts

Languages

English

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