Matthew R. Matt Boatman

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

5.0 (1 reviews)

Phoenix, Arizona

12+ years experience

Gallagher & Kennedy PA

Updated: Dec 30, 2025

Contact Information

(602) 530-8057

https://www.gallagherkennedyinjury.com/attorneys/matthew-r-boatman/

2575 East Camelback Road, Suite 1100, Phoenix, AZ 85016

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Bio

Matt Boatman joined Gallagher & Kennedy’s Personal Injury & Wrongful Death group in 2013. Since coming to the firm, he has been a member of multiple trial teams in several high profile cases. He has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a top 40 civil attorney under the age of 40 in Arizona.Matt was part of the team in the Yarnell, Arizona Hotshot Firefighters’ survivors’ cases, complex medical malpractice cases that have reached multi-million dollar settlements and numerous large products liability cases, also resulting in multi-million dollar settlements. He is working closely with lead counsel in the multi-district product liability litigation against C.R. Bard, and in the Cook multi-district litigation for defective vena cava filters. Matt Boatman joined Gallagher & Kennedy’s Personal Injury & Wrongful Death group in 2013. Since coming to the firm, he has been a member of multiple trial teams in several high profile cases. He has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a top 40 civil attorney under the age of 40 in Arizona.Matt was part of the team in the Yarnell, Arizona Hotshot Firefighters’ survivors’ cases, complex medical malpractice cases that have reached multi-million dollar settlements and numerous large products liability cases, also resulting in multi-million dollar settlements. He is working closely with lead counsel in the multi-district product liability litigation against C.R. Bard, and in the Cook multi-district litigation for defective vena cava filters. Matt Boatman joined Gallagher & Kennedy’s Personal Injury & Wrongful Death group in 2013. Since coming to the firm, he has been a member of multiple trial teams in several high profile cases. Bard, and in the Cook multi-district litigation for defective vena cava filters.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Arizona

State Capital

Phoenix

Highest Court

Arizona Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of Arizona

Typical Consultation

Free-$150

Typical Hourly Range

Often contingency-based

Fee Model Notes

Many personal injury matters are handled on contingency, often around 25%-40% of recovery.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020

Education

Phoenix School of Law, J.D., graduated 2013
Arizona State University, B.A., graduated 2010

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Reviews

Ryan Thompson

3 months ago

Highly Skilled and Compassionate Attorney

Matthew R. Matt Boatman is a standout attorney who combines deep legal expertise with genuine compassion for his clients. From our very first consultation, it was clear that Matt’s 12 years of experience in personal injury and wrongful death cases had given him a keen understanding of the complexities involved in such cases. His ability to navigate the legal system with precision and empathy set him apart. Matt’s recognition in personal injury litigation further reinforced our confidence in his capabilities. During our case, which involved a complex auto accident claim, Matt’s strategic approach and relentless advocacy ensured that we received a fair and just settlement. His attention to detail, clear communication, and unwavering dedication to our case made a difficult process much more manageable. We couldn’t have asked for a better advocate, and we highly recommend Matt Boatman to anyone in need of a skilled and compassionate attorney.