Mathew Adam Work
Carlson Work • Reno, NV
Personal InjuryGeneral PracticeOutside General Counsel
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Contact
Email
Phone
(775) 204-8718
Address
1100 California Ave., Reno, NV, 89509, US
Professional
About
Mathew Adam Work is a distinguished attorney based in Reno, Nevada, and the founding partner of Carlson & Work. Known for his approachable style and extensive legal expertise, Mathew practices in the areas of general practice, outside general counsel, and personal injury law. He is a nationally recognized trial attorney and a professor of law, leveraging his extensive knowledge to educate the next generation of legal professionals. Mathew's impressive credentials are underscored by his accolades, having been named one of the Top 40 Under 40 nationally by the National Trial Attorney LLC for five consecutive years from 2017 to 2021. In 2019 and 2020, he was honored as a Top 10 Trial Attorney by the Nevada Trial Lawyers Association, and in 2020, he received the prestigious title of Nevada Attorney of the Year from Top 100 Registry Inc. With a background as the former outside general counsel for PSR, the nation's largest NFL agency, Mathew has honed his skills in drafting and negotiating high-stakes contracts for elite NFL coaches and executives. His insights into NFL contract negotiations make him a trusted authority in sports law and business development. Born in Henderson, Nevada, Mathew was raised by his single mother and grandparents, instilling in him a strong work ethic and resilience. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Nevada, Reno, with a degree in economics, while also competing as a collegiate athlete in lacrosse and football. Mathew earned his law degree on a full academic scholarship from Thomas Jefferson School of Law, further solidifying his commitment to excellence in the legal field.
About Personal Injury Law
Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.
Credentials
Education
2014 Thomas Jefferson School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2011 American University Political Economics 2009 University of Nevada-Reno Economics
Languages
English | Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2021 Attorney of the Year - Nevada, America's Top 100 Attorneys 2021 Top 40 Trial Attorney, Top 40 Under 40 2018 Top 40 under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 2017 Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers 2017 Top 40 under 40 Nominee, Young Professional Network
Publications
2012 Thomas Jefferson Law Review Nevada Mining 101 2012 Thomas Jefferson Law Review A Civil Action in Motion
Associations
2014 - Present Nevada State Bar Attorney 2014 - Present Washoe County Bar Association Attorney Member 2014 - Present Federal Bar Association Attorney Member 2014 - Present Trial Lawyers Association Admitted
Speaking
2018 University of Nevada, Reno UNR Moot Court - Art of the cross examination 2018 TMCC Civil Evidence Civil Evidence 2017 TMCC Undergraduates Law 101 2015 Nevada Moot Court University of Nevada Moot Court
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Updated: May 25, 2026