Atty. Matthew Powell, Esq.

Atty. Matthew Powell, Esq.

Matt Powell is a personal injury lawyer who is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer who represents injured victims and their families in cases involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, automobile crashes, brain injuries, sexual assault, trucking crashes, pedestrian accidents, medical malpractice, defective products, birth-related injuries, rape cases, dog bites, motorcycle crashes, negligent security and many other injury cases. Matt Powell is an AV-rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubble, the most respected legal rating service in the country.

Tampa Tampa 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Powell, Esq. at a glance

Matthew Powell, Esq. is an Attorney based in Tampa, Florida. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987), Missouri (1988), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). 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 personal injury lawyer who is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer who represents injured victims and their families in cases involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, automobile crashes, brain injuries, sexual assault, trucking crashes, pedestrian accidents, medical malpractice, defective products, birth-related injuries, rape cases, dog bites, motorcycle crashes, negligent security and many other injury cases
  • Matt Powell is an AV-rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubble, the most respected legal rating service in the country
  • Matt is dual Board Certified as a Civil Trial Lawyer
  • First he was Board Certified by the Florida Bar and secondly he is also Board-certified as a Civil Trial Lawyer by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
  • He has been practicing Personal Injury Law since 1987

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Powell, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Powell, Esq. 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.

Matthew Powell, Esq. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →

Truck Accidents

Matthew Powell, Esq. is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Florida →

Medical Malpractice

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

Matthew Powell, Esq. is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →

Wrongful Death

Matthew Powell, Esq. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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 Powell, Esq. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Powell, Esq.

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

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
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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