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Matthew Thomas Poelstra
About Matthew
Biography
I am a results-driven trial lawyer whose sole focus is to win cases and get the best possible outcome for my client. At the end of the day, that's all that counts. When not working, I enjoy cycling (road and mountain), golfing, and surfing.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Litigation
95%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 425-450 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 21 years
State: California
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Matthew Thomas Poelstra
34360 Gateway Dr., Palm Desert, CA, 92211
Law Offices of Matthew Thomas Poelstra
402 West Broadway, Suite 1950, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Construction & Development
Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development
High level of integrity, Highly skilled, Honorable, respectful and empathetic! Exceptional!
Mr. Poelstra accepted to represent me in a new home construction defect case that led to a personal injury with mold illness from water intrusion resulting from a defective roof after several attorneys have tried and left frustrated with the builder. Mr. Poelstra has shown such a high level of integr...
Matthew Thomas Poelstra's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt zealously represented his client, but was always professional in his conduct and pleasant in his demeanor which, unfortunately, all too often cannot be said about opposing counsel."
"Matt is a skilled trial attorney with a proven track record of success. He is a relentless advocate for his clients and is able to consistently achieve great results."
"Matt is well-spoken and works hard for his clients. He is a tremendous advocate and knows how to win. I endorse Matt and am confident he will continue to produce great results for his clients."
"I endorse Attorney Poelstra. His responses to inquires posed by the avvo.com community are well thought out indicating his knowledge of the law."
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Experience
Honors
2018
2018 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine
2016
Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine
2015
Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine
2014
Top Lawyer, Palm Springs Life Magazine
2003
Juris Prudence Award Real Property, California Western School of Law
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, Green Bryant & French, LLP
2004 - Present
Adjunct Professor, University of San Diego Paralegal Program
2004 - 2006
Lawyer, Aguirre & Meyer
2003 - 2003
Legal Intern, Luce Forward Hamilton & Scripps
2001 - 2001
Paralegal Intern, Campbell, Souhrada & Volk
Associations
2016 - Present
Beaumont Middle School Mountain Bike TeamAssistant Coach
2015 - Present
Beaumont High School Mountain Bike TeamAssistant Coach
2004 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Desert Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of San DiegoMember
2001 - Present
Phi Beta KappaMember
2013 - 2013
Mock Trial ProgramMock Trial Judge
2009 - 2010
American Inns of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Auto Accident
$400,000
Substandard Building/Mold Exposure
$1,575,000.00
Injured Skateboarder - Turbe v. Phillips, et al.
Settled for $138,500
Habitability/Mold - Johnson v. Biddle, et al.
Settled for $160,000
Injured Cyclist
Settled - Confidentiality provision prohibits disclosure of specific terms.
Young & Stenzel v. Coulter
Settlement in client's favor after filing Motion For Summary Judgment
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. Sutherland
Arbitration award and judgment in client's favor with attorneys' fees and costs
Multi-Million Construction Defect Settlement
Multi-Million Dollar Settlement
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. Member
Arbitration award in client's favor with attorneys' fees and costs
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. Barry
Arbitration award in client's favor
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. White
Arbitration award and judgment in client's favor with attorneys' fees and costs
Multi-Million Personal Injury Settlement Against Truck Rental Company
Multi-Million Dollar Settlement
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. Parker
Arbitration award and judgment in client's favor with attorneys' fees and costs
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. Worden
Arbitration award in client's favor with attorneys' fees and costs
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. Caeg
Arbitration award and judgment in client's favor with attorneys' fees and costs
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. Illingworth
Arbitration award and judgment in client's favor with attorneys' fees and costs
Nelson v. Rush
Jury verdict in clients' favor - $122,000.00
Bernardo Heights Country Club v. Member
Arbitration award in client's favor with attorneys' fees and costs
Zachos v. Hendricks
Jury verdict in clients' favor - $1,008,700.00
Eight-Figure, Multi-Million Dollar Settlement in Multi-Unit Construction Defect Case
Eight-figure, Multi-Million Dollar Settlement
Hornbeak v. Legacy At Mission Hills
Motion for Summary Judgment granted in client's favor
Multi-Million Dollar Settlement Against Accounting Firm
Multi-Million Dollar Settlement
Education
2017
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Regional Seminar
2003
California Western SOL
JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude
2001
Univ of California San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude
2001
University of San Diego
Certificate - Paralegal
Speaking Engagements
2016
Riverside Bicycle Club Meeting
Bicycle Accident Law
2016
Redlands Bicycle Classic
California Bicycle Law
2015
Redlands Bicycle Classic
California Bicycle Law
2015
Making Your Board The Magnificent Seven
Effective Board Meetings
2014
Redlands Bicycle Classic
California Bicycle Law
2010
Palm Desert Charter School Law Day
Civil Lawyer
Publications
2018
Super Lawyers Magazine
Super Lawyers
2017
Palm Springs Life Magazine
2017 Top Lawyer
2016
Palm Springs Life
2016 Top Lawyers
2015
Palm Springs Life Magazine
2015 Top Layers
2014
biketigerlaw.com
What To Do After a Bicycle Accident
2014
biketigerlaw.com
Know Your Rights, California Bicycle Law
2014
Palm Springs Life Magazine
2014 Top Lawyers
2011
Daily Journal
Daily Journal Verdict
2010
Quorum
Case Analysis Regarding Anti-SLAPP Motion in HOA Context
2003
San Diego: Luce, Forward, Hamilton & Scripps, LLP
Secured Transactions Under Mexican Securities Law (John McNeece & Matthew Poelstra)
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a summons and complaint be served in the courtroom when a defendant is in court to argue his motion to quash previous
24 Jan 2016
Q&A
Unlawful Detainer: Can I file a Demurrer and an Answer at the SAME time?
22 Aug 2013
Q&A
The Judge's Tentative Ruling overruled my Defendant's Demurrer. My hearing is is one week; how should I prepare for next steps?
27 Apr 2013