William Mattar
American personal injury lawyer
William Mattar is an American personal injury attorney who is the founder of the eponymous law firm based in Buffalo, New York.
Education
Mattar was born in Amherst, New York. He was active as a Boy Scout and became an Eagle Scout, later receiving a Silver Beaver Award. He attended SUNY Plattsburgh, graduating with a bachelor's degree in psychology in 1986. He then attended Syracuse University College of Law, graduating in 1988.
William Mattar Law Offices
After working for another firm, Mattar opened his practice in 1990 in Williamsville, New York. The firm is known for its tagline, "Hurt In A Car? Call William Mattar!" and focuses on motor vehicle accidents. It continues to be headquartered in Williamsville while growing to become the largest motor vehicle accident firm in New York State, employing over 120 employees.
In 2014, the firm explored an expansion in Amherst, New York, and was controversially approved for $550,000 in tax breaks from the local Industrial Development Agency.
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