Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Memphis.
J. Matthew "Matthew" Kirby
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
J. Matthew Kirby is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Workers' Compensation Law - Employers.
J. Matthew, who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which J. Matthew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Overview
- Union University, B.A., graduated 1998
- University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, J.D., graduated 2001
- Arkansas, Arkansas Bar Association, 2014
- Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association, 2001
- Arkansas Bar Association - Member
- Tennessee Bar Association - Member
- Memphis Bar Association - Member
- All Tennessee Courts, 2001
- Arkansas Courts, 2014
- Tennessee Federal District Court, 2001
- Arkansas, Arkansas Bar Association, 2014
- Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association, 2001
- Arkansas Bar Association - Member
- Tennessee Bar Association - Member
- Memphis Bar Association - Member
- Union University, B.A., graduated 1998
- University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, J.D., graduated 2001
- All Tennessee Courts, 2001
- Arkansas Courts, 2014
- Tennessee Federal District Court, 2001
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers, Memphis (2026)
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers, Memphis (2022)
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers, Memphis (2019)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Awards:
- AVVO
- Superb rating
Martindale Hubbell
- AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating 2013-present
- Preeminent Client Review Rating 2013 present
- Mid-South Super Lawyers
- Rising Star 2011 – 2015
- Super Lawyer 2025
Additional Information
- Publicity
Matthew regularly speaks to various organizations, including health care providers, on topics including civil commitment laws, risk management, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation.
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