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About The Law Offices of Matthew G. Gunn
Our firm was founded on a simple belief: clients facing life-altering legal battles deserve an attorney trained at the highest levels.
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High-Stakes Litigation for Life-Changing Cases
Trial-ready representation from day one. That's what the Law Offices of Matthew G. Gunn delivers to clients throughout Idaho who've been harmed by negligence, accidents, or wrongdoing. Founded by an attorney who saw too many clients treated as case numbers at volume-driven firms, this practice was built differently — focused on trial preparation and personal attention.
Federal court training means we know how to build cases that win — whether in negotiations or in front of a jury. Success comes from thorough preparation, strong expert witnesses, and attorneys who mean it when they say they'll go to trial. Every case receives the attention it deserves.
The Principles That Guide Our Practice
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Success in high-stakes litigation isn't about advertising budgets or intake volume. It comes from preparation, experience, and a commitment to doing the work that wins cases. Here's our approach:
Many firms measure success by case count. We measure it by results achieved for each client. That's why we maintain a selective caseload — so we can dedicate the resources and attention your serious matter demands.
No vague updates or redirection to paralegals. You receive honest assessments about case progress and what to expect next. When you have questions, you get clear answers — not corporate runarounds.
Every case is prepared as if it will be decided by a jury. Depositions are thorough. Expert witnesses are vetted. Evidence is organized for courtroom presentation. This preparation transforms negotiations — insurance adjusters recognize when we're genuinely prepared to litigate.
Your case isn't passed to junior associates or case managers. Matthew Gunn personally leads the strategy and advocacy. While our paralegal handles administrative tasks, your attorney is involved in every critical decision and negotiation.
What matters most is preparation, trial capability, and the willingness to fight insurance companies and corporate defendants who assume you'll settle for less. That's the representation we provide.
Meet Founding Attorney Matthew G. Gunn: Trial Lawyer Leading Your Fight
Matthew Gunn leads every case at this firm, bringing federal court training and years of trial experience to clients throughout Idaho.
Matthew has been honored by Super Lawyers every year from 2021 through 2025. A published legal author and frequent speaker at bar association events, he is widely respected by his peers for his expertise and insight.
His approach to law is built on direct partnership with clients — you work with your attorney, not a case manager or intake team.
Focused Practice.
Proven Results.
We focus on the areas of law where federal court training and trial experience make the greatest difference. These cases involve serious harm, significant damages, and opposition that won't be intimidated by demand letters alone:
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Truck accidents, multi-vehicle crashes, and collisions causing traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, or permanent disability require accident reconstruction experts, thorough investigation, and attorneys who can prove liability and full damages against well-funded insurance companies.
Wrongful Death
When negligence or medical errors result in death, families face devastating loss and complex legal battles. Wrongful death cases require proving liability, calculating lost future earnings, and presenting losses in ways that juries understand.
Catastrophic Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, severe burns, and permanent disabilities require life care planners and economic analysis to prove what future care will cost. The difference in representation can mean millions in lifetime support.
Medical Malpractice
Birth injuries, surgical errors, diagnostic failures, and medication errors require proving healthcare providers fell below accepted standards of care. Success demands credible medical experts, extensive record review, and significant resources.
Employment Law
Workplace harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, and FMLA violations pit employees against employers with in-house counsel. We build cases through witness interviews, document review, and detailed discovery to prove illegal motivation behind business decisions.
Serious cases across these practice areas require the same foundation: meticulous investigation, strong expert testimony, and attorneys prepared to litigate through verdict when necessary. That's the standard we bring to every case we accept.
How We Build Cases That Win
From the first consultation through settlement or verdict, every step is designed to maximize your recovery. That means proving not just liability, but the full scope of damages — medical expenses, lost wages, future care needs, and non-economic losses:
- 1. Case Evaluation
Free consultations evaluate whether your case has the liability, damages, and evidence necessary for meaningful recovery. We assess medical costs, lost income, future care needs, and non-economic damages to determine if litigation can secure compensation that reflects true harm. When we agree to represent you, it means we see a path to significant recovery.
- 2. Investigation & Evidence
Thorough investigation begins immediately — accident reconstruction, medical record analysis, witness interviews. But we're also documenting damages: gathering medical bills, employment records, and expert assessments of future needs. Strong evidence of both liability and the full scope of harm is what forces insurance companies to pay fair value.
- 3. Expert Witnesses & Damages Analysis
Life care planners project what future medical treatment will cost over your lifetime. Vocational experts calculate lost earning capacity when injuries prevent returning to your career. Economists quantify total financial impact. Medical experts establish the link between negligence and harm. These experts don't just prove liability — they prove why compensation must account for decades of losses.
- 4. Settlement Negotiation
We enter settlement talks with cases prepared for trial and damages fully documented. Insurance adjusters see detailed expert reports on future medical costs, lost earning capacity, and total financial impact. This preparation gives us leverage to reject offers that ignore future needs and negotiate settlements that account for lifetime losses — not just current bills.
- 5. Trial & Maximum Recovery
When fair settlement isn't possible, we present your case to a jury. Opening statements explain the full scope of harm. Expert witnesses testify about future medical costs and lost earning capacity. Evidence demonstrates how injuries changed your life.
This foundation turns serious harm into accountability and fair compensation.
Request a Consultation About Your Case Now
Contact us today to speak directly with Matthew Gunn about your case. Free, confidential, and focused on getting you the answers you need to move forward.