Matt is the leader of the trial and litigation team at Percy, Skias & Schutte and has a unique ability to react quickly and articulate successful arguments on the spot when the unexpected happens in the courtroom. Matt also has a talent for examining witnesses, whether in a deposition or on the stand at trial. Matt and Jamie have been successful in achieving positive jury trial verdicts for multiple clients. Matt is an experienced litigator and has practiced before state and federal district courts and has successfully argued before state and federal appellate courts.
Matt is the City attorney for Gonzales, Louisiana, the Ascension Parish Communications District, and he also represents the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office. Matt enjoys helping those local governmental bodies deliver exceptional services to the community.
Matt is passionate about representing his personal injury clients. He takes pride in fighting for his clients in situations where they may not be able to help themselves. Matt’s clients are his top concern, and he often communicates with them with case updates and strategies to help them achieve their legal goals. He takes pride in helping to get his clients’ lives back on track. That is the biggest reward for him.
Matt was selected by the Baton Rouge Business Report for its “Forty under 40” award in 2019. In his free time, Matt enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wonderful wife, son, and daughter.
My experience with Matt and his staff was pleasant. From the initial consultation to the final settlement, Matt and his staff kept me updated through the ...READ MORE »
- Tonya G.I was in two car accidents in less than 3 months and I had no idea of how to handle the mounting medical bills and lost wages. A friend referred Matt ...READ MORE »
- Karen B..“I hired Attorney Matthew Percy after being involved in an auto accident. Mr. Percy and the Percy, Skias & Schutte's team did a spectacular job ...READ MORE »
- Kim S.“At first, the need to use a professional law firm to solve our legal issues with a large company was very intimidating. However, from the very beginning...READ MORE »
- Tom and Suzette H.“Working with Matt on my personal injury case was so easy. We met once, he felt strongly that I had a case, and got to work quickly. He kept me informed ...READ MORE »
- Shannon W.“I contacted Mr. Matt Percy after a car accident that I was injured in for two reasons. One was to help me with my diminished value claim & to help ...READ MORE »
- Tara S.“I contacted Mr. Percy about an accident my children and I were involved in. He explained my options in a very professional manner and kept me informed ...READ MORE »
- Sara S.“The support staff including my attorney was always available whenever I had questions. This impressed me as I know my attorney was very busy but yet ...READ MORE »
- Jordan S..I would like to say "Thank You" for the services you rendered. I will gladly recommend you to anyone who is looking for an attorney who is both ...READ MORE »
- Michael F.