Matthew Degiralamo Harbin
Law Offices of James Scott Farrin • Durham, NC
Workers CompensationPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
mharbin@farrin.com
Phone
(919) 323-4777
Address
280 South Mangum Street, Durham, NC, 27701, US
Professional
About
Matthew Degiralamo Harbin is a distinguished attorney at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin in Durham, North Carolina, where he has been a dedicated member of the team since 2003 and became a shareholder in 2008. He is a North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, a testament to his expertise in the field. Matthew earned his Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Before joining the firm, he served as a Special Deputy Commissioner at the North Carolina Industrial Commission, where he gained valuable insights into the intricacies of workers' compensation law. Matthew is passionate about advocating for individuals in need, leveraging his legal knowledge to ensure that clients receive the medical care and disability benefits they deserve. In addition to his specialization, Matthew is an active member of several prestigious organizations, including the American Association for Justice, the Workplace Injury Litigation Group, and the North Carolina Advocates for Justice. His commitment to public service is further exemplified by his appointment by former Governor Bev Perdue to the North Carolina Commission for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services, where he served a two-and-a-half year term. Matthew's dedication to his clients and the community underscores his reputation as a trusted advocate in personal injury law.
About Workers Compensation Law
Workers' compensation attorneys help injured workers obtain benefits for workplace injuries. They navigate the claims process and fight for fair compensation. Common matters include workplace injuries, occupational illness, denied claims, disability benefits.
Credentials
Education
2000 University of North Carolina School of Law Juris Doctor 1997 University of North Carolina at Charlotte Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Publications
2010 Essentials of North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Law The Administrative Forum: Successful Motions Practice Before the Executive Secretary’s Office
Associations
North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Advocates for Justice US District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina Workplace Injury Litigation Group American Association for Justice
Speaking
2011 16th Annual NC Workers' Compensation Conference Procedural Issues with Immigrants before the Industrial Commission 2010 North Carolina Advocates for Justice Continue Legal Education Navigating Claims Through the Industrial Commission 2010 Mountain Magic Immigrant Issues in Civil Litigation and Before the Industrial Commission
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Updated: Jun 05, 2026