Matthew Riggs
Law Firm:
East Valley Injury Law
Position:
Attorney
Phone: +14809088768
Location:
Mesa
Biography Overview
Matthew L. Riggs is a Senior Partner and highly respected Arizona attorney with more than 27 years of experience representing personal injury victims across the state. Since beginning his legal career in 1995, Matt has built a reputation for integrity, perseverance, and unwavering advocacy on behalf of individuals wronged by negligence and corporate misconduct. He has successfully argued cases before the Arizona Superior Court, the Arizona Court of Appeals, the Arizona Supreme Court, and the Federal District Court.
Matt’s legal acumen has shaped Arizona law itself. In State Farm v. Connelly, his landmark victory before the Arizona Supreme Court resulted in a precedent that secured millions in benefits for Arizona consumers—funds that insurance companies would have otherwise withheld. Likewise, in Webb v. Gittlen, the Court again ruled in favor of Matt’s client, strengthening consumer protections statewide.
Matt’s path to law was unconventional. While attending law school, he worked nights at UPS, later driving delivery routes before founding his own law firm built on honesty, hard work, and service. Under his leadership, that firm has grown to nine attorneys and five offices throughout Arizona.A lifelong Mesa resident, Matt remains deeply rooted in his community, volunteering thousands of hours as a youth sports coach, Boy Scouts of America leader, and church volunteer. He currently lives in Gilbert, Arizona, where he enjoys sports, family life, and time with his six children and grandchildren.
Position: Attorney
Phone: +14809088768
Location: Mesa
Biography Overview
Matthew L. Riggs is a Senior Partner and highly respected Arizona attorney with more than 27 years of experience representing personal injury victims across the state. Since beginning his legal career in 1995, Matt has built a reputation for integrity, perseverance, and unwavering advocacy on behalf of individuals wronged by negligence and corporate misconduct. He has successfully argued cases before the Arizona Superior Court, the Arizona Court of Appeals, the Arizona Supreme Court, and the Federal District Court.
Matt’s legal acumen has shaped Arizona law itself. In State Farm v. Connelly, his landmark victory before the Arizona Supreme Court resulted in a precedent that secured millions in benefits for Arizona consumers—funds that insurance companies would have otherwise withheld. Likewise, in Webb v. Gittlen, the Court again ruled in favor of Matt’s client, strengthening consumer protections statewide.
Matt’s path to law was unconventional. While attending law school, he worked nights at UPS, later driving delivery routes before founding his own law firm built on honesty, hard work, and service. Under his leadership, that firm has grown to nine attorneys and five offices throughout Arizona.A lifelong Mesa resident, Matt remains deeply rooted in his community, volunteering thousands of hours as a youth sports coach, Boy Scouts of America leader, and church volunteer. He currently lives in Gilbert, Arizona, where he enjoys sports, family life, and time with his six children and grandchildren.