Atty. Matthew A. Barley

Atty. Matthew A. Barley

Matt is a member of Butler Snow’s Tort, Transportation & Specialized Litigation Practice Group and focuses his practice on commercial litigation and insurance defense.

Birmingham Birmingham 14 yrs experience 14 year
Call (205) 297-2200 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew A. Barley at a glance

Matthew A. Barley is a insurance attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Butler Snow LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association (2012). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 2012). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2023 for work in: (2026). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Matt is a member of Butler Snow’s Tort, Transportation & Specialized Litigation Practice Group and focuses his practice on commercial litigation and insurance defense

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew A. Barley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew A. Barley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Birmingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama 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 Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew A. Barley

Where is Matthew A. Barley's law office located?
Matthew A. Barley's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Butler Snow LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew A. Barley handle?
Matthew A. Barley focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Matthew A. Barley practiced law?
Matthew A. Barley has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Matthew A. Barley go to law school?
Matthew A. Barley earned their education at (J.D., 2012).
How can I contact Matthew A. Barley for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew A. Barley 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 Matthew A. Barley received?
Matthew A. Barley's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — in America; Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2023 for work in:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2023; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2023.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 2012

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2023 for work in:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2023
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2023
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law - 2023
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law - 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law - 2021
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association
Admitted: 2012

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