Atty. Matthew B Cunningham
Listed: Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association; Southwest Super Lawyers; Arizona's Finest Lawyers; Elite Lawyers of America; Best Lawyers in America.
Plaintiffs Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 37+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Matthew B Cunningham at a Glance
Matthew B Cunningham is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Cunningham Law Firm. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, tbi/sci, and energy. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1989), U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1988) and Northern Arizona University (B.S. Business, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew B Cunningham
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- Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association
- Southwest Super Lawyers
- Arizona's Finest Lawyers
- Elite Lawyers of America
- Best Lawyers in America
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew B Cunningham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew B Cunningham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Wrongful Death in Phoenix
Matthew B Cunningham is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Arizona →
Personal Injury in Phoenix
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.
Matthew B Cunningham is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arizona →
Product Liability in Phoenix
Matthew B Cunningham is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Arizona →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in Phoenix
Matthew B Cunningham is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Arizona →
Energy & Utilities Law in Phoenix
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
Matthew B Cunningham is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Arizona →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Phoenix Choose Matthew B Cunningham
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew B Cunningham's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, tbi/sci, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew B Cunningham brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arizona, U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, Matthew B Cunningham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and product liability, Matthew B Cunningham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Matthew B Cunningham attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew B Cunningham Handles in Phoenix
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew B Cunningham has experience with under Arizona law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matthew B Cunningham directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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