Atty. Matthew D. Dempsey

Atty. Matthew D. Dempsey

Attorney Matthew Dempsey concentrates his practice in the areas of Automobile Injuries, Worker's Compensation and School Law. He also holds a special interest in Personal Injury Law and cases involving injured Nursing Home patients.

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Profile Summary

About Matthew D. Dempsey at a glance

Matthew D. Dempsey is a personal injury attorney based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, practicing at Lenahan & Dempsey PC. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Lackawanna County Bar Association, Pennsylvania, US. District Court for the Middle District of PA, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Supreme Court, and Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Superior Court. Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026). Serands clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Attorney Matthew Dempsey concentrates his practice in the areas of Automobile Injuries, Worker's Compensation and School Law
  • He also holds a special interest in Personal Injury Law and cases involving injured Nursing Home patients

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew D. Dempsey's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew D. Dempsey

Where is Matthew D. Dempsey's law office located?
Matthew D. Dempsey's law practice is located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The firm is Lenahan & Dempsey PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew D. Dempsey handle?
Matthew D. Dempsey focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
Where did Matthew D. Dempsey go to law school?
Matthew D. Dempsey earned their education at (J.D., 1981).
How can I contact Matthew D. Dempsey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew D. Dempsey received?
Matthew D. Dempsey's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1981

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania, Lackawanna County Bar Association
Pennsylvania, US. District Court for the Middle District of PA
Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Supreme Court
Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Superior Court
Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit

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