Matthew Vance

Matthew Vance

also known as Matt Vance

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Car accident Lawyer at Albuquerque, NM
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking Accident ... +2 more

3800 Osuna Road NE, Suite 2, Albuquerque, NM

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 40%

We pursue and prosecutes civil claims and lawsuits against car and truck drivers that are negligent or reckless when they cause a car crash or car wreck and hurt someone else. As a personal injury law firm focused on car accident and car crash cases we seek to hold careless and reckless drivers responsible for their actions and accountable for the harms and losses they cause. We work hard to recover money damages and compensation for our clients.

23 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Trucking Accident 10%

Trucking accidents are not like car accidents. The physics are different. The mechanics are different. The basic rules are different. For that reason, an attorney must be specifically trained in handling trucking cases. We at the Law Office of Matthew Vance, P.C., are trained and experienced in handling trucking cases.

23 years | 15 cases

10%
Insurance 5%

We represent people in cases involving Insurance bad faith, and uninsured and underinsured motorist claims.

23 years | 1,000 cases

5%
Wrongful Death 5%

We prosecute claims and cases under the New Mexico Wrongful Deal Act.

23 years | 25 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in New Mexico for 27 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Matthew Vance

3800 Osuna Road NE, Suite 2, Albuquerque, NM, 87109

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Matthew Vance's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Veronica | October 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Stand Up Lawyer

I had the opportunity to have Matt as my lawyer on 2 different occasions. One for a auto accident where I was rear ended and another for a wrongful death. Both situations, Matt helped me understand what the process was, explained everything throughly, and showed nothing but the upmost respect and com...passion during our most difficult time. I would recommend Matt to anyone! Matt thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you and your staff did for my family.

Posted by vincent | September 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Outstanding Lawyer

Matt has represented me with two cases one accident (rear ended) and one neglect case. Matt got settlements for my losses and injuries that i sustained in both cases. He is hardworking and explains everything to you so you understand all of the legal process . He points out if it can or cant be done... . I found his brilliance and honesty a great attribute for him and comforting to me . I recommend him highly.

Posted by Pamela | March 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Great Attorney, Very Thorough and Caring

My spouse and I needed a lawyer for a rollover accident totaling our vehicle and rv, caused by another driver. We were referred to Matt, and had a great experience. He was very thorough and very considerate and caring through the trauma of it all. Matt explained the whole process of what he would ...do for us, and answered all our questions very promptly and accurately. We were very pleased with the experience of working with Matt, and will continue to use him if the need be in the future.

Posted by Deanna | January 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Matt Vance is a Wonderful Person and Lawyer

I was struck by a hit-and-run driver while walking my dogs this was a very difficult case from the very beginning Matt took me through this and it took a long time he was always patient answered all my questions and returned my phone calls. the outcome was exactly what I hoped for his staff as well... as his work was just the best I feel very lucky to have met Mr. Vance and to have had him as my attorney

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Matthew Vance's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dennis Banning

Car accident lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has a well-deserved reputation for getting good results for his clients."

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Daniel Buttram

Personal injury lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kallie Dixon

General practice lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Vance is extremely knowledgeable, ethical, dedicated (to a fault), and is the go to guy that other lawyers consult when they don’t know the answers to their questions. I would trust him to represent my family members."

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Matthew O'Neill

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Matthew Vance. I have worked together on many cases with Matthew Vance. He is an excellent and conscientious attorney. He is always fair with his clients and I often refer clients too him knowing that they are in good hands."

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Cynthia Payne

Unknown lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Matthew Vance. I have known Matt for nearly twenty years. He is a dedicated attorney who works tirelessly for his clients and always keeps their best outcome as his primary goal. He is intelligent, funny, and a great asset to our legal community. If you need a zealous advocate, Matt Vance is an excellent choice."

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Glenn Valdez

Car accident lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Matthew Vance. I have worked cases with Matt and have alway been able to count on his fantastic work ethic, thorough preparation and valuable insights which always produced great results. He is a great advocate and keeps his client’s best interest in mind. When I needed a great attorney to represent my daughters who were injured by a careless driver, Matt was the only lawyer i considered. I knew he would do a great job for them and he did not disappoint me. When family or friends need a personal injury lawyer, I always give them Matt’s number and my highest recommendation."

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Brady Pofahl

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Matt Vance for over 20 years and I consider him to be a strong fighter for his clients, always putting their interests first, and making sure the job gets done. We have worked together on cases and he is smart and aggressive."

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Cynthia Payne

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Mary Chicoski

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2004 - 2006

Litigation Attorney, Whitener Law Firm

2002 - 2004

Attorney, Hatch, Allen & Shepherd, Pa

2001 - 2002

Attorney - Felony, New Mexico State Public Defender

2000 - 2000

Law Clerk, New Mexico Court Of Appeals (Hon. Glenn Ellington)

1998 - 2000

Attorney - Metropolitan Court, New Mexico State Public Defender

Associations

2015 - Present

New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

Board Member

2004 - Present

New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

Education

1998

University of New Mexico School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

New Mexico State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Plaintiff's Personal Injury From Start to Finish

Basics of Civil Practice and Procedure and Personal Injury Settlements

2012

Personal Injury 101

Major Elements of Local Procedure and Presentation of Evidence

Languages

English

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