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.
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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.
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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
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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 lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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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 →
Matthew Douglas Powell is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Florida →
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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 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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