Matthew R. Boatman
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Matt is a distinguished legal practitioner specializing in complex and catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases. With a dedicated focus on cases arising from motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice and negligence, defective products, unsafe premises, and insurance coverage disputes, Matt brings a wealth of expertise and advocacy to his clients’ needs.

Matthew R. Boatman

Having played a pivotal role in a multitude of high-profile cases, Matt has prominently served on trial teams handling cases of significant societal impact. Noteworthy examples include his contributions to the legal representation of the survivors of the Yarnell, Arizona Hotshot Firefighters’ tragedy, his involvement in multi-district product liability litigation against industry leader C.R. Bard, and his participation in the Cook multi-district litigation concerning defective vena cava filters. Matt’s track record boasts remarkable successes in securing multi-million-dollar settlements on behalf of clients who have suffered severe injuries (or death) due to defective vehicles and catastrophic accidents.

Outside of the firm, Matt finds fulfillment in his personal pursuits. He cherishes quality time spent with his wife and daughter, and enjoys being physically active through golfing, weightlifting, and racquetball.

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REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE

  • $4,250,000 settlement for clients in a motor vehicle accident in Phoenix, Arizona.
  • $1,200,000 settlement against auto manufacturer for failure to warn claim.
  • $500,000 jury verdict for motor vehicle accident in Payson, Arizona.
  • $950,000 settlement for rear-end accident.
  • $1,000,000 settlement for slip-and-fall.
  • $1,900,000 settlement against nursing home.
  • $2,000,000 settlement for couple in motor vehicle crash.

ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

  • State Bar of Arizona, Member
  • Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, Member, 2014-Present
  • Hebros Young Professional’s Bible Group, Member, 2013-Present

HONORS & AWARDS

  • The National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 Under 40 Civil Attorney in Arizona, 2017-2021
  • Southwest Super Lawyers® Rising Stars, Personal Injury - Products: Plaintiff, 2018-2023
  • Best Lawyers in America®, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, 2020-2024

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