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At Matt Dion & Associates, we pride ourselves on being a trusted personal injury attorney in Reno, dedicated to helping clients receive the compensation they deserve. As a leading personal injury law firm in Reno, we specialize in providing expert legal representation for accident victims, ensuring that their rights are protected. With decades of experience, our team of Reno accident lawyers is committed to offering personalized and compassionate service to guide you through the legal process.

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MatT Dion

Matt was born and raised in Vallejo, California. He attended California State University Sacramento, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Science with a minor in Criminal Justice in 1988.

After graduating, Matt attended and earned his Juris Doctorate (JD-Law Degree) from Santa Clara University in 1988. He was licensed in California in 1988 and Nevada in 1994.

Matt started his career in the Bay Area, representing major insurance carriers. In 1994, he moved his practice to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he continued representing major insurance companies. After practicing insurance defense law in Las Vegas for three years, Matt began representing injured clients, helping them recover damages against insurance companies. Matt practiced personal injury law in Las Vegas until December 2012, when he relocated to Reno, Nevada.

Currently, he exclusively represents individuals injured in accidents caused by another’s negligent conduct resulting in a personal injury, such as an auto accident. Matt can help walk you through what happens after getting in an accident as your personal injury attorney in Reno.

Matt has served as a private Arbitrator and Mediator, and he has tried more than 50 jury trials, numerous court trials, and countless arbitrations and mediations. Matt has been recognized as one of Nevada’s top 100 trial attorneys.

Matt is a member of the Nevada Justice Association, the Clark County Bar Association, and the Washoe County Bar Association and is currently licensed in Nevada and California.

Outside the office, Matt enjoys competing in triathlons and CrossFit. He is active in the community as a Little League and basketball coach and volunteer at Our Lady of the Snows Parish and Bishop Manogue High School. He believes that honest and aggressive representation results in maximum recovery and satisfied clients.

Matt Dion, Reno NV Personal Injury Attorney

Matt Dion


Managing Partner

775-737-4500 | mdion@mattdionlaw.com


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MELISSA PORTER-SALAZAR


Litigation Paralegal

775-737-4500 | melissa@mattdionlaw.com


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Melissa Porter-Salazar

Melissa has been working in the legal field for 20 years and has assisted in countless cliams to get clients the compensation they deserve after an accident. As a litigation paralegal with Matt Dion & Associates, Melissa works closely with Matt to obtain and record pertinent information and documentation related to our clients’ cases.

Melissa obtained her paralegal certificate from the University of Nevada Reno and has been living in Reno all of her professional career. In addition to working in personal injury law, Melissa also has experience with civil litigation and bankruptcy court making her a very knowledgeable and well-rounded paralegal.

When she is not assisting our personal injury clients, you can find Melissa attending her kids’ sporting activities or exploring the outdoors of Nevada. She also likes to travel and garden and stays very active in politics on both a local and state level.

“(Matt Dion) walked me through the steps. After the meeting I felt extremely comfortable. My life has gotten so much better because I did get the help.”

Brenda

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Awards & Accreditations

Best Personal injury lawyers in Reno
Martindale-Hubbell Preeminent Lawyer Peer Rated 2024 Award
Attorney Matthew Dion Rated 5 stars
Client Champion Gold Award Martindale-Hubbell
2024 Three Best Rated Certificate of Excellence
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Avvo Client's Choice Award
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Best Nevada Reno Car Accident Lawyer Award for 2023
Matthew Dion Rated Top Attorney
Matt Dion & Associates LLC Recommended by Local 8 Near Me
Best Nevada Reno Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Award for 2023
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