Matthew Bates

Matthew Bates is a dedicated personal injury attorney who has spent his entire career fighting for the rights of accident victims. With a strong background in litigation, he specializes in auto, truck, and motorcycle accidents, dog bites, and general negligence claims. Matt is committed to securing maximum compensation for his clients, ensuring they receive the justice they deserve.

Matt earned his B.A. in Public Law from Western Michigan University before obtaining his Juris Doctor from Wayne State University. Graduating in 2008, he distinguished himself as a talented advocate, winning multiple mock trial competitions. During law school, Matt demonstrated leadership as President of the Student Bar Association Board of Governors and served as a Law School Representative to the University Student Counsel. After graduating, he continued his involvement with his alma mater by serving on the Executive Board of the Wayne State Law School Alumni Association.

In 2008, Matt joined the Mike Morse Law Firm as a litigation attorney, where he has since built a reputation for his courtroom success. As a trial lawyer, he has won numerous cases throughout Michigan, securing favorable outcomes for injury victims. His dedication and skill have earned him recognition as a Super Lawyers Rising Star multiple times and inclusion in the National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 in Michigan.

Matthew Bates is a Michigan personal injury attorney and proud member of the State Bar of Michigan. With extensive trial and litigation experience, he aggressively represents accident and injury victims across the state. Matt is dedicated to holding negligent drivers, businesses, and insurance companies accountable, and his clients rely on him for strategic, results‑driven advocacy designed to secure the maximum compensation possible.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Mike Morse Law Firm
• Member, State Bar of Michigan

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• Wayne State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Tennessee State University
  BA in Public Law

Awards & Badges