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Matthew Douglas Powell
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Matthew Douglas Powell

4.9
12 reviews

304 S Plant Avenue, Tampa, FL 33606 + 1 location

Auto Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Trucking Accidents and 95 more

About Matthew Douglas Powell

Matt Powell is a distinguished legal professional, triple board certified and recognized as a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer by the Florida Bar. Additionally, he holds Board Certifications in Civil Trial Law and Civil Practice Advocacy from the National Board of Trial Advocacy. As a member of the Florida, Missouri and Georgia Bar, Matt dedicates his practice to representing cases involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, nursing home abuse, automobile accidents, and traumatic brain injuries, among others, for over 35 years. Beginning his career with a prominent insurance defense firm in Tallahassee, Florida, Matt gained valuable insights into the strategies employed by insurance companies to minimize payouts for injured victims. Armed with this knowledge, he resolved to advocate for the individuals and families affected by accidents or neglect. Since 1989, Matt has operated his practice from the historic Hutchinson Mansion on Plant Avenue in Tampa. An esteemed AV-rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubble, he is committed to providing exceptional legal representation and securing just compensation for his clients.

 

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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Matthew Douglas Powell got this award in 2021

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

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Matthew Douglas Powell got this award in 2021

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4.3
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
April 27, 2012
Hired Attorney Matthew Douglas Powell

Smart lawyer who knows his stuff. He took care of my case very quickly.

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
March 29, 2011
Hired Attorney Matthew Douglas Powell

Great lawyer who kept me advised all the time about my case.

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
October 03, 2010
Hired Attorney Matthew Douglas Powell
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Services

Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 2
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Trucking Accidents
  • Products Liability 3
    • Automotive Products Liability
    • Drug and Medical Device Litigation
    • Food Products Liability
  • Airbag Injury
  • Consumer Law 2
    • Lemon Law
    • Warranty Law
  • Seat Belt Injury
  • Premises Liability
  • Medical Malpractice 2
    • Dental Malpractice
    • Failure to Diagnose
  • Other 83
    • Auto Accidents
    • Bicycle Accidents
    • Catastrophic Injury
    • Accidents
    • Animal Attacks
    • Medical Disciplinary Proceedings
    • Medical Liability
    • Medical Negligence
    • Medication Errors
    • Mental Health Professionals Malpractice
    • Nursing Liability
    • Nursing Malpractice
    • Nursing Negligence
    • Obstetric Malpractice
    • Oncology Law
    • Optometric Malpractice
    • Orthopedic Malpractice
    • Pediatric Malpractice
    • Pharmacists Liability
    • Physicians Professional Liability
    • Physicians Rights
    • Physicians Risk Management
    • Podiatric Malpractice
    • Psychiatric Malpractice
    • Psychology Malpractice
    • Psychotherapy Law
    • Surgeons Liability
    • Wrong Site Surgery
    • All Terrain Vehicle Products Liability
    • Automotive Crashworthiness
    • Automotive Design Liability
    • Automotive Restraints
    • Automotive Warranty Law
    • Bicycle Products Liability
    • Biomedical Products Liability
    • Blood Bank Liability
    • Breach of Warranty
    • Breast Implant Litigation
    • Chemical Explosions
    • Chemical Products Liability
    • Dalkon Shield Litigation
    • Diet Drug Litigation
    • Drug Contamination
    • Elevator Liability
    • Engineering Products Liability
    • Environmental Products Liability
    • Escalator Liability
    • Explosions
    • Firearms Litigation
    • Flammable Fabrics
    • Food Borne Disease
    • Gas Explosions
    • Heart Device Litigation
    • Heavy Equipment Products Liability
    • Industrial Products Liability
    • Manufacturers Liability
    • Motorcycle Products Liability
    • Office Equipment Products Liability
    • Product Defects
    • Product Failure
    • Product Recall
    • Product Safety
    • Product Warning Labels
    • Products Liability Insurance Coverage
    • Products Liability Subrogation
    • Propane Products Liability
    • Recreational Products Liability
    • Recreational Vehicle Products Liability
    • Tire Defect Litigation
    • Tire/Rim Mismatch
    • Tobacco Litigation
    • Vaccine Injury
    • Vehicle Rollovers
    • Welding Products Liability
    • Inadequate Security
    • Negligent Security
    • Premises Security
    • Private Security Litigation
    • Birth Trauma
    • Chiropractors Malpractice
    • Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice
    • Gynecology Malpractice
    • Medical-Legal Law

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Contingency Fee: 20% - 40%
    Open 24 Hours
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    MattLaw Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers
  • Additional Links
    https://mattlaw.com/attorneys/matt-powell/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1987, Florida
    1988, Missouri
    1989, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
    1990, United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
    1992, United States Supreme Court
    2024, Georgia
    Memberships
    American Justice Association
    Florida Justice Association
    Million Dollar Advocates Forum
    American Association for Justice
    Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers Association
    Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Florida State University College of Law
    Class of 1987
    J.D.
    with honors
    Other Education
    University of Central Florida
    Class of 1984
    B.S.

    University of Florida
    Class of 1983
    A.A.
    Legal Certifications
    Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education, Certified as a Civil Trial Advocacy Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1960
    May 24, 1960

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Matthew Douglas Powell was admitted in 1987 to the State of Florida.
  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Matthew Douglas Powell is admitted to practice in Florida, Georgia and Missouri.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Matthew Douglas Powell is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and United States Supreme Court.
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    MattLaw Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers has 3 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Matthew Douglas Powell attended Florida State University College of Law.

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