Mr. Matthew S. Carney

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Mr. Matthew S. Carney: Attorney with Carey Leisure Carney
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Reviewed
  • Silver Client Champion
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Biography

Matthew Carney is a civil trial attorney focused on advocating for the injured. His practice is rooted in understanding the tactics employed by insurance companies to avoid the fair handling of claims and defending at all costs. He joined Carey Leisure Carney from a preeminent insurance defense firm and was formerly a licensed insurance agent and commercial property and casualty underwriter.

Matthew is a firm believer in the value of educating clients on the important decisions that need to be made in their case. The decision to enter a settlement versus bringing a case to a jury trial can be life-altering. From a thorough review of the litigation process to taking the time to explain the questions a jury will ultimately decide, every client deserves to make a fully informed choice that is best for them.

Matthew graduated from Stetson University College of Law with honors, where he was a recipient of the Victor O. Wehle Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy. While in law school, he served as a judicial intern for the Second District Court of Appeal under Judge Craig C. Villanti and for the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida under Magistrate Judge Thomas G. Wilson.

Outside of the office, Matthew enjoys spending time with his wife and their two boys. He is proud to serve on the Board of Directors of the non-profit Clearwater Community Sailing Center, an organization dedicated to providing safe, enriching, and affordable sailing opportunities to local residents and visitors.
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Areas of Practice (33)

  • Civil Litigation
  • Personal Injury
  • Slip and Fall
  • Dog Bites
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Automobile Accidents
  • Automobile Negligence
  • Automobile Insurance
  • Automobile Insurance Coverage
  • Automobile Liability
  • Victims of Drunk Drivers
  • Wrongful Death
  • Premises Liability
  • Cemetery Law
  • Crematory
  • Funeral Home Malpractice
  • Accidents
  • Animal Attacks
  • Automobile Accidents and Injuries
  • Bodily Injury
  • Dog Bites
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Injuries
  • Plaintiffs Personal Injury
  • Slip and Fall
  • Whiplash
  • Inadequate Security
  • Negligent Security
  • Premises Security
  • Private Security Litigation
  • Trial Practice
  • Accidental Death
  • Car Accidents

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Sports Management, Cum Laude, 2003
Law School Attended:
Stetson University, J.D., Magna Cum Laude, 2012
Year of First Admission:
2012
Admission:
2012, Florida; 2019, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
ISLN:
1000466854

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Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (9 reviews)
Peer Reviewed

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/13/23 in Personal Injury

    Very to the point and honest. He is a pleasure to litigate with.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/09/21 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other on 11/16/20 in Automobile Accidents

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/11/20 in Civil Litigation

    Matt is a very smart and knowledgeable attorney who I would trust with my own case.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/06/20 in Personal Injury

    Good lawyer who is very professional.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/05/20 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/05/20 in Personal Injury

    I had the pleasure of working alongside Matt for nearly three years. He has tried several cases to verdict and has won most of them, some of which resulted in substantial net settlements for his clients. Matt is extremely smart, undoubtedly ethical... Read more

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Other on 08/22/23 in Negligence

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 06/01/20 in Personal Injury

    Very good attorney with whom i have mediated cases for.

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (2 reviews)

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (5 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

I honestly can’t say enough about this law firm and all the people who work there, it’s a true team and family vibe. Everyone pitches in to support you as a person, to work hard on your case and t...

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Contact Mr. Matthew S. Carney

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727-387-3329  Phone

727-295-2921  Fax

careyandleisure.com/attorneys/matthew-s-carney

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