Matthew G Johnson
About Matthew
Biography
Matt Johnson, of Johnson & Schultz PLLC, is a trial lawyer and compassionate advocate for injured people. Matt’s areas of practice include personal injury, wrongful death, nursing home abuse, and insurance bad faith. Matt has more than 25 years of experience settling, mediating, arbitrating, litigating and taking cases to trial.
Matt understands that clients come to him during their most vulnerable moments, and he is committed to providing the care, compassion, and skilled advocacy they deserve. The mission of Johnson & Schultz PLLC is to communicate openly, listen carefully, and assist clients in achieving justice and fair compensation for their suffering.
Matt fights tirelessly for those who have been harmed by neglect, abuse, or abandonment. He believes every client deserves a dedicated legal team that treats them with dignity and respect, and he is committed to holding responsible parties accountable while helping his clients move forward with their lives.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Washington for 27 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Johnson & Schultz PLLC
P.O. Box 3, Olympia, WA, 98507
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Matthew G Johnson's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
4 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
My first experience with a lawyer
Absolutely satisfied. Matt Johnson saw me through my first personal injury case without flaw. He kept me well informed and my nerves at bay. Though my case took a long time to settle, Matt was able to nearly triple the opening offer. I felt my case was cared for, rather than a 'back burner' deal. I w...
Posted by Keith | February 20, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
we can't thank Matt enough
Matt and everyone at Ron Meyer's have been more then amazing. Helping out in every way possible. Also getting the lawyers on the other side to stop trying to delay everything. I would never use a different lawyer
Posted by John | July 22, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Honest, Creative, a Straight-shooter
Matt joined the firm and was brought in on my case just as we were going to negotiation. He got up-to-speed very quickly and was very helpful in our reaching a great settlement prior to going to trial. I found Matt to be honest, creative, and a straight-shooter--he gets my heartfelt thanks and ...
Matthew G Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer that brings with him a deep understanding of the how insurance industry works. With that understanding he is able to leverage great results for his client. I've always appreciated his insights when advising me on cases and his candor when we litigating against each other. Great attorney."
"Matt is professional and a good lawyer."
"Matt is an outstanding lawyer and very experienced in personal injury matters. You will be partnering with an effective advocate if you retain him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt has a composed demeanor, great instincts both in and out of court and an overall likeability that serves his clients well. Matt is an excellent trial lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a trial lawyer who represents those who are injured by the negligence of others and families who have lost loved ones by way of wrongful death. He has experience not only as a plaintiff's lawyer but also has experience as a former assistant attorney general in the tort division and as a senior attorney with one of the largest insurers in the country. He uses his skills to aggressively represent his clients. He has successfully co-counseled, mediated, arbitrated and tried cases together to the jury. His clients like him and he is a great lawyer."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Johnson is an attorney at Liberty Mutual/Safeco doing insurance defense for insureds. Mr. Johnson is a strong advocate for his clients, understands and follows his duties on their behalf, and is very ethical."
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Insurance lawyer
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Personal injury lawyer
Car accident lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
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Experience
Work Experience
2026 - Present
Managing Partner, Johnson & Schultz PLLC
2013 - 2026
Managing Attorney, Ron Meyers & Associates PLLC
2003 - 2013
Lead Attorney, Law Offices Of Kelley J. Sweeney
1998 - 2003
Assistant Attorney General, Washington State Attorney General's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2013 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Gyro InternationalPast District Governor
1998 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$100,000
Jury decided 12-0 in favor of the Plaintiff.
$55,000
$366,660
$450,000
Education
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BS - Bachelor of Science