Matthew C. Clark

Matthew C. Clark

also known as Matt Clark

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Bakersfield, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death ... +4 more

1731 Chester Avenue, Suite 100, Bakersfield, CA

About Matthew

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 1 year

State: Texas

Acquired: 2025

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 24 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Chain | Cohn | Clark

1731 Chester Avenue, Suite 100, Bakersfield, CA, 93301

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Matthew C. Clark's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lonnie | June 12, 2013 | Social Security Disability

Personable and Always in Control

I was very appreciative that Mr. Clark came to the hospital. It was a relief to know we were going to be represented. Mat even helped us get a good faith attorney in LA to handle our disability claim. This was really nice because we didn’t know where to go. Mr. Clark has always been above board with ...us on any questions we had. Never had any surprises. He is a really personable and all around nice guy. He makes you feel at ease. It’s nice to know that he’s handling it and he’s in control. All of our questions were always answered . Matt made it a point to call within the day. We were very satisfied with our results and with Matt we knew it was the best we could do.

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Matthew C. Clark's Lawyer Endorsements

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Beatriz Trejo

Wrongful death lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt Clark leads our firm with an extraordinary level of compassion and dedication to the injured people we serve. As managing partner, he sets the tone for a culture that puts clients first while holding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. Working with Matt, I’ve seen how deeply he cares about the impact our work has on people’s lives, and how committed he is to ensuring every client receives strong, ethical advocacy. His leadership inspires our team and makes a meaningful difference in our community."

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Juan Garza

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Matt Clark is an exceptional leader and mentor, and working under his guidance has been one of the most impactful experiences of my career. He leads with integrity, humility, and an unwavering commitment to his clients and his team. Matt takes the time to invest in the growth of those around him, always encouraging excellence while setting the standard through his own work. His leadership inspires trust, confidence, and a shared dedication to justice."

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Chad Boyles

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Working alongside Matt Clark as both a partner and colleague has been an incredible privilege. Matt is a true leader whose integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence set the tone for our entire firm. He is a fierce advocate for his clients, a strategic and respected trial lawyer, and someone who leads by example every day. Matt’s dedication to justice and to the people we serve makes him not only an outstanding attorney, but also the kind of partner every lawyer hopes to have."

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Tanya Alsheikh

Car accident lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Working alongside Matt Clark has been one of the greatest privileges of my career. He is not only an exceptional trial lawyer but also a true mentor who leads by example. Matt’s integrity, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to his clients set the standard for what it means to be an advocate. His guidance and support have shaped me as an attorney, and his passion for justice continues to inspire everyone at our firm."

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Christopher Hagan

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Before joining Chain | Cohn | Clark, I had the opportunity to go up against Matt Clark on several cases, and it was immediately clear why he’s regarded as one of the best trial lawyers in California. Matt was always meticulously prepared, persuasive, and unwavering in his advocacy for his clients, all while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and respect for opposing counsel. Now working alongside him, I see the same leadership, integrity, and commitment to excellence that made him such a formidable adversary. It’s an honor to now call him a colleague and partner."

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C Fitz-Simmons

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the privilege of working against Matt Clark for many years before joining him at Chain | Cohn | Clark, and I can say without hesitation that he is one of the most skilled, prepared, and ethical trial lawyers I’ve encountered. Even as opposing counsel, Matt’s professionalism and integrity stood out. Now working alongside him, I see the same commitment to excellence, leadership, and compassion that make him a respected force in our profession and a true advocate for his clients."

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Neil Gehlawat

Wrongful death lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Yoro

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Cohn

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matthew is tenacious, hardworking, smart, extremely personable and engaging. He’s a cut above the rest and has the experience of a lawyer twice his age with the cases he’s been exposed to thus far."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Matthew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Nicholas Street

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a local defense attorney, I have had the pleasure of working opposite Matt on multiple cases. In all cases, I have found him to be knowledgeable, professional and ethical. I have already recommended many people to Matt and plan to continue to do so in the future."

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Juan Garza

Personal injury lawyer

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Beatriz Trejo

Workers compensation lawyer

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Christopher Hagan

Personal injury lawyer

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C Fitz-Simmons

Elder law lawyer

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Tanya Alsheikh

Elder law lawyer

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Chad Boyles

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Best Law Firms, U.S. News & World Report, Best Lawyers in America

2025

Best Law Firm, The Bakersfield Californian Readers' Choice Poll

2021

Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers

2020

Pursuit of Justice Award, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, California

2019

'Best of Kern County' Hall of Fame, Bakersfield Life Magazine

2018

Top 100 Verdicts in California, Top 100 Verdicts in California

2017

Top Attorneys, Bakersfield Life Magazine

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

20 Under 40 People to Watch, Bakersfield Life Magazine

2013

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Mock Trial Honors, McGeorge School of Law

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Managing Partner, Chain Cohn Clark

2002 - 2006

Litigation Associate, Young Wooldridge

Associations

2018 - Present

Children's Advocates Resource Endowment

Board Member

2015 - Present

National Crime Victim Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Kern County

Board Member

2012 - 2018

Clinica Sierra Vista

President

2012 - 2017

San Joaquin Community Foundation Board (Adventist Health)

Board of Directors

2011 - 2012

American Board of Trial Advocates - Harvard Trial College

Fellow

2001 - 2005

Stockdale High School

Mock Trial Coach

Sample of Legal Cases

Pedestrian Accident

$22.1 Million Settlement

Trucking Accident / Personal Injury

$5.575 Million Settlement

Motorcycle Accident / Wrongful Death

$3.8 Million Settlement

Motorcycle Accident

$4.75 Million Settlement

Wrongful Death

$8 Million Settlement

Dog Bite

$2 Million Settlement

Oilfield Accident

$10 Million Settlement

Auto Accident

$8.8 Million Settlement

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Education

2011

Harvard Law School

American Board of Trial Advocates’ National Trial College

2001

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Loyola Marymount University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Attorney Matt Clark with Randy on Hot 94.1 Increasing Car Accident Rates

2020

The Pulse with Danny Morrison Civil Rights and George Floyd

2020

Elder Abuse Awareness Month Elder Abuse Awareness Month

2018

The Richard Beene Show Elder Abuse and Wrongful Death

2018

Sunrise Show DUI Crimes

2017

Workshop

Home and Auto Insurance: How to Protect You and Your Family

2017

Victim Impact Panel

Civil Lawsuits and DUI Crashes

2017

Safety Symposium

Coaching: Liability Issues

2016

Workshop

Home and Auto Insurance: How to Protect You and Your Family

2016

Safety Symposium

Coaching: Liability Issues

2015

Safety Symposium

Coaching: Liability Issues

2013

Legislative Meeting Patients' Rights

2008

All Staff Meeting Civil Rights

Publications

2014

The Bakersfield Californian Chain, Cohn, Stiles keeps downtown presence

2014

2014

Bakersfield Life Magazine 20 Under 40 People to Watch

2014

KERO Channel 23 (ABC) Christmas Light Safety

2013

Super Lawyer Magazine Rising Star

2011

Languages

English

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