Matt Elwell

Matt Elwell represents individuals facing serious personal injury claims across Texas and beyond. His practice focuses on trucking accidents, workplace injuries, oilfield incidents, brain injuries, and wrongful death cases. He is known for stepping into high-risk litigation and advocating forcefully for injured clients and grieving families. Through disciplined preparation and courtroom experience, he pursues accountability from negligent parties while working to secure fair compensation in complex civil cases statewide.

Matt earned his B.A. in Political Science and Business Administration from Texas State University, graduating cum laude. He later received his J.D. from South Texas College of Law, finishing in the top quarter of his class. During law school, he trained extensively through moot court and mock trial programs, building a strong foundation in advocacy, legal writing, and trial strategy that supports litigation practice in state and federal courts.

Before joining Amaro Law Firm, Matt gained extensive courtroom experience working in criminal defense and civil litigation. He handled demanding trials early in his career, sharpening skills that many civil attorneys develop over decades. This background allows him to anticipate opposing strategies, examine witnesses effectively, and manage high-pressure cases. He represents clients in Texas and New Mexico courts, including multiple federal districts where serious injury disputes are litigated.

Matt Elwell is committed to guiding injured individuals through complex legal systems with clarity and resolve. He prioritizes preparation, client communication, and aggressive advocacy when confronting insurers and corporate defendants. By combining trial experience with careful case analysis, he works to recover damages for medical care, lost income, and long-term harm. His practice reflects a consistent focus on accountability, justice, and meaningful results for those he represents across jurisdictions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Amaro Law Firm
• Member, State Bar of Texas, Litigation Section
• Member, Texas Trial Lawyers Association
• Board of Directors, Houston Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Houston Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys
• Member, Texas Young Lawyers Association
• Member, Houston Young Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Texas
• New Mexico

Education

• South Texas College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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