Atty. Matthew T. Marin
Matthew T. Marin is the Founding Partner of Marin & Murphy Law Firm, a nationally recognized plaintiff litigation firm concentrating in mass tort, pharmaceutical and medical device litigation, environmental and toxic tort contamination, product liability, and catastrophic personal injury.
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Matthew T. Marin is a Founder based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Marin & Murphy Law Firm. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (2008), Massachusetts (2008), Connecticut (2009), and South Carolina (2016). Educated at Roger Williams University School of Law (J.D. Magna, 2008) and Clark University (B.A., 2004). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Rhode Island, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Matthew T. Marin is the Founding Partner of Marin & Murphy Law Firm, a nationally recognized plaintiff litigation firm concentrating in mass tort, pharmaceutical and medical device litigation, environmental and toxic tort contamination, product liability, and catastrophic personal injury
- Mr. Marin earned his J.D. from Roger Williams University School of Law (2008) and simultaneously obtained an M.B.A. from the University of Rhode Island (2008) — a rare dual-degree combination that gives him unique insight into the corporate decision-making he now challenges in court
- He received his B.A. in Management, magna cum laude, from Clark University (2004), where he was awarded the Morton H. and Vivian B. Sigel Undergraduate Management Award and elected to Phi Beta Kappa
- Licensed in South Carolina (Bar No. 102771), Rhode Island (Bar No. 7934), Connecticut (Bar No. 430019), and Massachusetts (Bar No. 672462), Mr. Marin maintains an active national practice
- In 2025, the firm recovered over $40 million for mass tort clients — including $22.95 million for cryptocurrency fraud victims, $14.5 million in PFAS water contamination settlements as part of the landmark $15 billion PFAS class settlement, and $1.575 million for Astroworld tragedy survivors
- Active dockets include Depo-Provera meningioma, ethylene oxide exposure, and Dupixent CTCL litigation nationwide
- He also represents more than 500 individuals in PFAS personal injury litigation
- As founding attorney, Mr. Marin established significant Rhode Island criminal defense precedent
- In State ex rel
- Coventry Police Dep't v
- Charlwood, No. 17-388 (R.I. 2020), the Rhode Island Supreme Court — Chief Justice Suttell authoring — established record sealing rights under R.I.G.L. §12-1-12
- In State v
- DiSalvo, No. 18-0273 (R.I
- Super. 2020), he secured dismissal of drug trafficking charges generating three statutory holdings under the Good Samaritan Overdose Prevention Act
- In State v
- Corcoran, No. 20-121 (R.I. 2022), he produced a Rhode Island Supreme Court Miranda precedent for DUI roadside questioning
- All three decisions were covered in Rhode Island Lawyers Weekly
- Mr. Marin's peer-reviewed honors include selection to Super Lawyers (2014–present), National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating, Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum Award (2026), and the Avvo Clients' Choice Award
- He is a two-time speaker at Mass Torts Made Perfect (October 2024 & 2025) — the nation's premier mass tort litigation conference — and an active member of the American Association for Justice (Environmental & Toxic Tort Litigation Group and Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Litigation Group)
- Representative results include over $40 million recovered in 2025, $400,000 (2024 bicycle accident), $250,000 (2024 golf cart injury), and numerous six-figure settlements in motor vehicle and premises liability matters
- Marin & Murphy Law Firm has earned 440 five-star Google reviews and an Avvo 10.0 Superb Rating with 148 Avvo reviews
- All personal injury and mass tort cases are handled on a contingency fee basis — no fees unless we recover
- Mr. Marin and his wife Danielle reside in the Charleston area with their two sons and golden retriever
- Important Disclaimer The information contained in this attorney profile is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice
- No attorney-client relationship is formed by viewing this profile or contacting the firm without a signed representation agreement
- Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in future cases
- Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts and circumstances
- The case results, settlements, and verdicts referenced in this profile are illustrative examples of past results only and are not a promise or guarantee of future results
- Some matters may have been referred to or handled in association with other law firms
- Attorney Matthew T. Marin is licensed to practice law in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and South Carolina
- Principal office: 3 Broad Street, Suite 405, Charleston, South Carolina 29401
- The Rhode Island Supreme Court licenses all lawyers in the general practice of law but does not license or certify any lawyer as an expert or specialist in any field of practice
- Connecticut, Massachusetts, and South Carolina do not certify attorneys as specialists unless otherwise indicated
- In contingency fee matters, a written fee agreement will be provided prior to or at the time of engagement and is available upon request
- Costs and expenses will be advanced by the firm and reimbursed only from any recovery obtained
- If no recovery is obtained, the client has no liability for costs or expenses unless otherwise agreed in writing
- The choice of an attorney is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements or attorney profiles
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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.
Matthew T. Marin is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in South Carolina →
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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 T. Marin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
Matthew T. Marin is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in South Carolina →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Matthew T. Marin is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in South Carolina
Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charleston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina 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 South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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