Atty. Matthew Douglas Powell

Atty. 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.

Tampa Tampa 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Douglas Powell at a glance

Matthew Douglas Powell is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at MattLaw Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, motorcycle, and securities. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987), Missouri (1988), United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida (1989), and United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit (1990). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Central Florida (B.S. University, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of 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. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Douglas Powell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Douglas Powell 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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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Matthew Douglas Powell is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice 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.

Matthew Douglas Powell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Motorcycle Accidents

Matthew Douglas Powell is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Florida →

Securities Law

Matthew Douglas Powell is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Florida →

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 Tampa 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 Matthew Douglas Powell

Where is Matthew Douglas Powell's law office located?
Matthew Douglas Powell's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is MattLaw Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Douglas Powell handle?
Matthew Douglas Powell focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, motorcycle, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Matthew Douglas Powell practiced law?
Matthew Douglas Powell has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Matthew Douglas Powell go to law school?
Matthew Douglas Powell earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S. University, 1984).
How can I contact Matthew Douglas Powell for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Douglas Powell 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 Douglas Powell received?
Matthew Douglas Powell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

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

Education

J.D.
Florida State University College of Law
- 1987
B.S. University
University of Central Florida
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
Missouri
Admitted: 1988
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1989
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1990
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
Georgia
Admitted: 2024

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