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Baggett Law Personal Injury LawyersManaging Partner
Matt Baggett
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Matt Baggett

4.9
48 reviews

9471 Baymeadows Road, Suite 105, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Federal Tort Claims, Government Tort Liability, Governmental Liability and 33 more

About Matt Baggett

Experience

A natural born trial attorney, Matt is well known by his clients and peers for his driven-to-win attitude and compassionate advocacy. Matt is a champion of the underdog and a zealous advocate for his clients.

Matt’s legal experience gives him a unique perspective into the mindset of insurance companies and large corporations he now pursues on behalf of his clients.

Matt began his practice defending Fortune 500 companies at two of the largest and most prestigious firms in Northeast Florida. Knowing the other side’s game plan, Matt understands how to prosecute a case from the start to maximize the compensation that Florida law provides to his clients.

Matt’s courtroom successes and the significant settlements for his clients have earned him a number of accolades, including an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell and recognition by Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2009.

For Matt, however, there is no greater accolade than winning for his clients.

Background

Matt was born in Jacksonville, Florida, and spent most of his childhood in Illinois and California. A lifelong Florida Gator, he returned to Florida in 1999 to attend the University of Florida, where he earned a degree in political science with honors. Matt obtained his law degree from Florida State University in 2005. His natural trial skills were recognized early on in law school, earning him first place in the 2003 Wayne Hogan Trial Competition.

Matt and Amanda have four young children, including a set of twins. As a family they enjoy traveling, fishing, and exploring the area’s beaches and parks.

 

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Awards

Platinum Client Champion
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Champion Badge Platinum
AV Preeminent Peer Rated
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Client Champion Awards

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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Matt Baggett got this award in 2021

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Matt Baggett got this award in 2021

Martindale-Hubbell Peer Distinguished Rating

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Martindale-Hubbell Peer Notable Rating

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

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Animal Law
Posted by anonymous
May 17, 2018
Hired Attorney

Definitely recommend!

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
May 22, 2015
Hired Attorney

Highly professional. Great communicator. Practical strategies with realistic expectations developed with client before engaging on the matter. Clear and to the point. Highly recommended.

Business Law
Posted by anonymous
November 24, 2014
Hired Attorney

Matthew is a very trusted lawyer. He helped me a lot through the case. And I just want to thank him for all he did for my family and my friends. And I will recommend all of my friends to him if they need to find a good, trusted lawyer.

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
June 21, 2013
Hired Attorney

Matt has been very helpful and responsive with a sensitive issue.

Litigation
Posted by anonymous
June 11, 2013
Hired Attorney

Mr. Baggett is, in my experience, an outstanding attorney. He promptly returned my calls, kept me advised and updated. I assumed that my case would drag on for an extended period of time, but to my amazement was resolved in a matter of months by Mr. Baggett. He is very intelligent, friendly, kind and sincere. I would highly recommend Mr. Baggett to all of my friends and acquaintances.

 
Insurance
Posted by anonymous
May 13, 2013
Hired Attorney

Excellent communication, quick response time and value for services rendered.

Business Law
Posted by anonymous
December 07, 2012
Hired Attorney

Matt did excellent work in the pursuit of a breach of contract for professional design services for our corporation, resulting in a full recovery on the contract amount owed and our court costs. Great communication throughout our case if you’ve hired outside counsel before, you know that’s tough to find. Highly recommended to handle a business's commercial litigation. {para}

 
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
November 13, 2012
Hired Attorney

I was referred to Matthew Baggett by a friend of mine who is an attorney here in Jacksonville. I cannot say enough great things about him. He was by far the most responsive, caring, and thorough attorney I have ever worked with professionally and personally. Matthew is an excellent communicator, great negotiator and an impeccable attorney. I would highly recommend Matthew Baggett for your Personal Injury needs.

 
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
October 11, 2012
Hired Attorney

It's hard to find a lawyer, but it's even harder to find one that truly cares. Attorney Baggett cared about my condition as well as my case. AWESOME guy! Keep up the great work. May God Bless YOU. Here's a man you can trust. ;-)

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
May 05, 2016
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Areas of Law

  • Insurance 2
    • Automobile Insurance
    • Property Insurance
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Personal Injury 5
    • Boating Accidents
    • Dog Bites
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Slip and Fall
    • Wrongful Death
  • Whiplash
  • Airbag Injury
  • Torts 1
    • Mass Torts
  • Other 24
    • Federal Tort Claims
    • Government Tort Liability
    • Governmental Liability
    • Highway Construction Law
    • Highway Design Liability
    • Accident Insurance
    • Automobile Insurance Coverage
    • Automobile Liability
    • General Liability
    • Insurance Contracts
    • Insurance Coverage
    • Property Insurance Coverage
    • Federal Litigation
    • Municipal Torts
    • Automobile Negligence
    • Brain Injury
    • Catastrophic Injury
    • Commercial Vehicle Liability
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents and Injuries
    • Pedestrian Injuries
    • School Bus Accidents
    • Spinal Injury
    • Product Safety
    • Tort Liability

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2005, Florida
    2011, Georgia
    Memberships
    Jacksonville and American Bar Associations
    The Florida Bar
    State Bar of Georgia.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Florida State University College of Law
    Class of 2005
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Florida
    Class of 2001
    B.A.
    with honors

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Matt Baggett was admitted in 2005 to the State of Florida.
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    Yes, Matt Baggett is admitted to practice in Florida and Georgia.
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    Yes, Matt Baggett has a 4.9 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Matt Baggett attended Florida State University College of Law.

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