Matthew J Lager
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Matthew J Lager
Biography
Matt is a lifelong Pennsylvania resident, having lived in Bucks, Centre, and Erie counties. As an undergraduate, he attended The Pennsylvania State University’s main campus, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. Afterwards, he went on to earn his Juris Doctor degree from The Pennsylvania State University, The Dickinson School of Law, where he graduated in the top third of his class. While at Penn State Law, Matt was a member of the Rural Economic Development Clinic and was recognized as a Public Interest Advocate for providing free legal assistance to small businesses in rural communities throughout the state. He also represented Penn State Law at the National Environmental Law Moot Court Competition in New York. Before graduating, Matt was awarded the “CALI Excellence for the Future Award for Excellent Achievement in the Study of Workers’ Compensation Law.” Prior to joining Bernard Stuczyski & Barnett, Matt spent a summer serving as an interning law clerk to The Honorable Frank Palumbo of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, where he drafted judicial opinions for appeals to Pennsylvania’s Superior and Commonwealth courts. Since joining the firm in 2012, Matt has focused his practice on Workers’ Compensation, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Social Security Disability law. He has quickly become recognized by his peers and colleagues as an excellent advocate and has been invited onto several committees in the Erie County Bar Association. Matt has negotiated a number of substantial settlements for his clients and prides himself on always going the extra mile. Additionally, Matt is committed to providing pro bono legal services through the Erie County Bar Association’s “LAVA” program. In 2017, Matt was added as a Partner of the firm.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Workers' Compensation
Social Security Disability
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Partner Bernard Stuczynski Barnett & Lager
Year: 2017 - Current
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Associate Bernard Stuczynski & Barnett
Year: 2012 - 2016
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Professional Associations
Erie County Bar Association, Solo/Small Firms Division Member (2012 - Current)
Young Lawyers Division Leadership Committee Member (2016 - Current)
State Bar of Pennsylvania  # 314162 Member (2012 - Current)
Erie County Pennsylvania Bar Association Member (2012 - Current)
Erie County Bar Association, Civil Litigation Practice Section Member (2012 - Current)
Erie County Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Practice Section Member (2012 - Current)
Erie County Bar Association, Solo/Small Firms Division Chair (2017 - 2018)
Erie County Bar Association, Solo/Small Firms Division Vice Chair (2016 - 2017)
The Northwest Pennsylvania American Inn of Court Member (2013 - 2014)
Pennsylvania Bar Association Member (2012 - Current)
Publications
SURVEY PROTOCOL ME MAYBE: WHY SURVEY PROTOCOLS WILL HELP BETTER DETERMINE THE PRESENCE OR ABSENCE OF ENDANGERED SPECIES Environs, UC Davis School of Law (2012)
Awards
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Excellence for the Future Award in Workers' Compensation Law
CALI 2012.0
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Outstanding Pro Bono Lawyer
The Erie County Bar Association and Northwestern Legal Services 2017.0
Education
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Pennsylvania State University - Dickinson School of Law J.D. (2012) | Law
Year: 2009 - 2012
Honors: CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Workers' Compensation Law, Dean's Scholarship, Miller Public Interest Advocate Activities: Moot Court Board
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Pennsylvania State University - University Park B.S. (2012) | Biology
Year: 2005 - 2009
Speaking Engagements
Workers’ Compensation From The Injured Worker’s Perspective: Thoughts From A Claimant’s Attorney, April 19, 2017, Advanced Rehabilitation
Workers’ Compensation From The Injured Worker’s Perspective: Thoughts From A Claimant’s Attorney, April 19, 2017, Advanced Rehabilitation
Websites
http://erieinjury.com
ErieInjury.com
Smethport Office
203 West Main St, Suite B, Smethport, PA 16749
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(814) 454-7488
Erie Office
234 W 6th St, Erie, PA 16507
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(814) 454-7488
Meadville Office
911 Diamond Park Square, Meadville, PA 16335
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed