Atty. Matthew Mays

Atty. Matthew Mays

Matthew Mays is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, ethics & professional responsibility and 1 other area of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Florida International University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Virginia Virginia 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Matthew Mays at a glance

Matthew Mays is a Cass County State's Attorney's Office based in Virginia, Illinois. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1980) and Florida International University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Virginia, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Mays is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, ethics & professional responsibility and 1 other area of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Florida International University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Matthew practices in Virginia, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Mays's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Mays 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.

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

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 Virginia 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 Mays

Where is Matthew Mays's law office located?
Matthew Mays's law practice is located in Virginia, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Mays handle?
Matthew Mays focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Mays practiced law?
Matthew Mays has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Matthew Mays go to law school?
Matthew Mays earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Matthew Mays for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Mays 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 Mays received?
Matthew Mays's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1980
B.A.
Florida International University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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