About
Matthew Trapani is a respected personal injury lawyer known for representing seriously injured clients and families throughout Pennsylvania and beyond. His practice at Trapani Law Firm focuses on complex cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, birth injuries, car, auto, and truck accidents, premises liability, and mass tort litigation. He has taken on some of the country’s largest companies, including Monsanto and Bayer, and has secured significant settlements for victims through strong negotiation and skilled litigation. His work in product liability and class action matters has made him a leading advocate for people harmed by dangerous products, unsafe property conditions, and corporate negligence.
Trapani earned both his undergraduate degree and J.D. from Penn State in State College PA. During his time in law school, he was active in the Corpus Juris Society and participated in THON, supporting cancer research. His strong academic foundation and early commitment to service prepared him for a career dedicated to protecting injured individuals and seeking justice on their behalf.
Trapani has handled a wide range of serious injury matters throughout his legal career, including apartment fires, propane explosions, liquor liability violations, sexual abuse claims, and mass tort cancer lawsuits. He is licensed to practice in all 67 counties in Pennsylvania and has litigated against major corporations across the United States. His strong track record includes multiple multimillion-dollar results, which led to his induction into the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum—an honor reserved for fewer than 1% of attorneys nationwide. His firm maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, reflecting his commitment to professionalism and client care.
Matthew Trapani has also contributed to public discussions on significant legal matters and has been featured by news outlets including ESPN Radio, The Morning Call, and WFMZ. His litigation experience, combined with his dedication to helping injured people, has made him a trusted advocate for families seeking answers, accountability, and fair compensation after a life-changing event.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Trapani Law Firm
- Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
Licensed State
- Pennsylvania
Education
- Penn State Dickinson School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Penn State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges


- Brain Injury
- Car Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Trucking Accidents
- Wrongful Death




