Matthew F. Boyer

Matthew F. Boyer is a seasoned trial attorney recognized for his deep knowledge in insurance coverage, government liability, and catastrophic loss litigation. With a strong record of defending insured, corporate, and governmental clients, he is known for delivering strategic, well-reasoned legal counsel in high-stakes disputes across Georgia’s state and federal courts.

Matthew earned his BBA cum laude from the University of Georgia before completing his Juris Doctor at Tulane University School of Law. During law school, he served on the Moot Court Board, participated in Interschool Appellate Moot Court competitions, and contributed to The Journal of American Arbitration. This academic background laid the groundwork for his success in complex litigation and appellate advocacy.

Matthew’s practice encompasses a wide range of civil and insurance-related matters, including commercial litigation, professional liability, tort, and government law. He provides comprehensive representation to insurers in third-party and first-party coverage disputes involving commercial general liability, auto, property, and professional liability policies. His expertise extends to handling bad faith claims, UM/UIM evaluations, and declaratory judgment actions, offering practical, strategic guidance throughout the claim process.

Matthew has served as a Special Assistant Attorney General for Georgia, representing state agencies and officials in constitutional and civil rights cases. A Major in the U.S. Air Force JAG Corps Reserve, he combines legal precision with disciplined leadership. His trial experience includes multiple successful jury verdicts in federal district courts and arguments before the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.

Matthew F. Boyer has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® (2024–2026) and repeatedly honored by Super Lawyers (2020, 2021, 2025) and Georgia Trend Magazine’s Legal Elite. His dedication to excellence and integrity underscores his reputation as a trusted advocate, delivering steadfast representation in every case he undertakes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Defense Research Institute (DRI)
• Member, Georgia Defense Lawyers Association (GDLA)
• Member, Federal Bar Association
• Member, Atlanta Bar Association
• Member, Lawyers Club of Atlanta

Licensed State

• Georgia

Education

• Tulane University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Georgia
  BBA with Cum Laude

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