Atty. Matthew J. Maddox

Atty. Matthew J. Maddox

Matthew J. Maddox is a lawyer practicing professional negligence, automobile negligence, railroad litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew J. Maddox at a glance

Matthew J. Maddox is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1987), and Virginia (2011). Educated at Hamline University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Illinois (B.S. Agricultural, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sangamon County and Illinois State Bar Associations Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel Lincoln Douglas Inns of Court Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew J. Maddox is a lawyer practicing professional negligence, automobile negligence, railroad litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Matthew practices in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew J. Maddox's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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

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 J. Maddox is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Matthew J. Maddox is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Matthew J. Maddox is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew J. Maddox

Where is Matthew J. Maddox's law office located?
Matthew J. Maddox's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew J. Maddox handle?
Matthew J. Maddox focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew J. Maddox practiced law?
Matthew J. Maddox has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Matthew J. Maddox go to law school?
Matthew J. Maddox earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S. Agricultural, 1978).
How can I contact Matthew J. Maddox for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew J. Maddox 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 J. Maddox received?
Matthew J. Maddox's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hamline University School of Law
- 1983
B.S. Agricultural
University of Illinois
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1987
Virginia
Admitted: 2011

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