Atty. James Michael Matthews

Atty. James Michael Matthews

Mr. James Michael Matthews is a lawyer practicing trial practice, corporate law, personal injury and 8 other areas of law.

Winter Park Winter Park 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Matthews at a glance

James Michael Matthews is a Member based in Winter Park, Florida, practicing at J. Michael Matthews, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Florida (1972), North Carolina (inactive) (1974), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1974), and Mississippi (Inactive) (1978). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D. University, 1978) and University of Florida (B.S.B.A. Vanderbilt, 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Seminole County Bar Association The Florida Bar North Carolina State Bar Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Winter Park, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Michael Matthews is a lawyer practicing trial practice, corporate law, personal injury and 8 other areas of law
  • James Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1974, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James Michael practices at J. Michael Matthews, P.A. in Winter Park, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Matthews's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Michael Matthews handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Contracts

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Wrongful Death

James Michael Matthews is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Michael Matthews is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Winter Park are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Michael Matthews

Where is James Michael Matthews's law office located?
James Michael Matthews's law practice is located in Winter Park, Florida. The firm is J. Michael Matthews, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Matthews handle?
James Michael Matthews focuses on car accidents, contracts, wrongful death, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Michael Matthews practiced law?
James Michael Matthews has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James Michael Matthews go to law school?
James Michael Matthews earned their education at (J.D. University, 1978); (B.S.B.A. Vanderbilt, 1974).
How can I contact James Michael Matthews for a consultation?
You can contact James Michael Matthews directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Michael Matthews received?
James Michael Matthews's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. University
Mississippi College School of Law
- 1978
B.S.B.A. Vanderbilt
University of Florida
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1972
North Carolina (inactive)
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1974
Mississippi (Inactive)
Admitted: 1978

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