Matthew L. Wilson, Workers Comp Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
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Matthew L. Wilson is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp.
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- Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA
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- Handles Workers Comp matters from Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (Philadelphia) (2017).
About Matthew L. Wilson: Matthew L. Wilson is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Matthew L. Wilson
Matthew concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Matthew takes workers comp matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Matthew agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Matthew L. Wilson — Attorney of Pennsylvania workers comp experience
Matthew L. Wilson is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp.
Matthew L. Wilson is a partner at Martin Law and has practiced Pennsylvania workers’ compensation law exclusively for more than 25 years. He started his career representing agencies with the City of Philadelphia, major insurance carriers and self-insured corporations. After Mr. Wilson’s affiliation with two major defense firms, he was recruited by his partners in 1993 to protect the rights of injured workers. In the spring of 2015, Mr. Wilson became a certified specialist in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation by the PA Bar Association’s Section on Workers’ Compensation Law as authorized by the PA Supreme Court.
He frequently lectures to other lawyers, doctors and insurance groups on workers’ compensation in a variety of subject areas. For the last 10 years he has co-authored the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s Workers’ Compensation Practice and Procedure Manual, which is known among attorneys and judges as the “bible” on workers’ compensation law.
Since 1997, Mr. Wilson has been a featured speaker at the biennial “Tough Problems in Workers’ Compensation” seminar. He has also presented multiple lectures at the spring and fall meetings of the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Section as well as the statewide biannual practice and procedure program. Mr. Wilson has served on the Workers’ Compensation Law Section Council of the Pennsylvania Bar Association since 2007 and is the immediate past Chair of the organization. He is an active member of the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Associations as well as the Workplace Injury Litigation Group. Wilson was inducted into The College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers in 2011. He is a member of the committee that implemented and manages a ground breaking certification process for Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys. In 2017, Mr. Wilson was named Best Lawyers 2017 Workers Compensation Law - Claimants, “Lawyer of the Year” in Philadelphia. He was also recognized by The Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group’s Top Injured Workers’ Attorneys. Mr. Wilson is the 2018 award recipient of the Irvin Stander Memorial Award by the Pennsylvania Bar Association. This award is presented annually to an attorney whose dedication to workers’ compensation law and professionalism serves as an example to others.
How Matthew handles workers comp matters
Matthew L. Wilson is a partner at Martin Law and has practiced Pennsylvania workers’ compensation law exclusively for more than 25 years. He started his career representing agencies with the City of Philadelphia, major insurance carriers and self-insured corporations. After Mr. Wilson’s affiliation with two major defense firms, he was recruited by his partners in 1993 to protect the rights of…
The kind of cases Matthew takes
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Matthew L. Wilson's legal education and bar admissions
Rutgers University–Camden
J.D. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Matthew's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania, Pennsy
ACTIVE
Matthew studied at J.D. in Rutgers University–Camden.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. in Rutgers University–Camden. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Matthew L. Wilson
Matthew has received 12 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (Philadelphia)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Veteran's Disability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, 2004 - 2016
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Philadelphia Super Lawyer, 2011 - 2013, 2016
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, 2011 - 2013
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale - Hubbell A/V Rated, 2012 - Present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Irvin Stander Award for Professionalism in Workers' Compensation, 2018
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (Philadelphia) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Veteran's Disability (2026).
Locations
Matthew L. Wilson's office in Philadelphia
Matthew's primary office is at 1818 Market Street, 35th Floor, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Matthew L. Wilson
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How to hire Matthew L. Wilson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matthew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Matthew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Matthew
Matthew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matthew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matthew L. Wilson
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a workers comp case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matthew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matthew offer a free consultation?
Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple workers comp matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?
Matthew is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Matthew will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Matthew?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Matthew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matthew accepting new workers comp clients right now?
Matthew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Workers Comp attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Matthew handles workers comp matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.
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