Matthew Paul K.

About Matthew Paul K.

I’m an award-winning civil litigator and trial attorney with over 20 years of experience specializing in personal injury, employment litigation, and various other civil practice areas. My career is defined by deep legal insight, unwavering resolve, and a proven track record of delivering exceptional outcomes in even the most complex cases throughout California. For eight consecutive years, I received the highly coveted “Rising Star” Award, a testament to my relentless dedication even early in my career. I’ve also been repeatedly recognized as one of “Southern California’s BEST Young Litigators” by LA Magazine and earned national acclaim from the American Bar Association’s National LGBT Group as one of the “Best and Brightest Lawyers Under the Age of 40.” These accolades reflect my unwavering commitment to excellence and the high regard the legal community has for my work. I have been recognized by the Million and Multi-Million Dollar Verdicts and Settlements Group for the numerous million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements I have achieved for my clients. Beyond my litigation accomplishments, I have been a proud and active member of influential legal communities. I have been a member and contributed regularly to C.A.A.L.A—arguably the largest plaintiff’s lawyers group in the world—and to C.E.L.A, a distinguished forum dedicated to employment litigation. I also spent years volunteering my time as a mediator for C.A.M.P, where I helped settle countless disputes across Southern California’s courthouses, further demonstrating my commitment to fair and effective resolution and giving back to the community. I am now seeking an opportunity with a firm that values passion, loyalty, and a laser-focused approach to advocacy—one where I can leverage my extensive experience, accolades, and proven track record in championing clients’ rights. While my primary focus is on the Los Angeles area, I remain open to opportunities in Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, and the Woodland Hills/Calabasas/Ventura County regions. I welcome any information about top litigation firms seeking a dedicated, results-oriented attorney with a distinguished record and a relentless pursuit of justice.

Experience

1. Supervising Attorney

   Rafii & Associates, P.C

   Jul 2025 — Present · Beverly Hills, CA, US

   As Supervising Attorney at RAFII & ASSOCIATES, one of Beverly Hills’ premier plaintiff’s personal injury law firms, I lead a powerhouse team of skilled legal professionals driven by a single mission: deliver extraordinary results for our clients, every single day. I oversee and guide complex pre-litigation strategy on high-value injury claims, ensuring every case—no matter its size—receives the relentless attention and precision it deserves. From the moment a client walks through our doors, their case is treated as a top priority. We dig deep, move fast, and fight smart, building cases with the same level of rigor and strategy that has led to the record-breaking settlements and verdicts our firm is known for. My role demands not only leadership, but also the constant balancing of mentorship, tactical decision-making, and hands-on legal work. I help cultivate an environment where paralegals, case managers, and fellow attorneys perform at their highest level, fueled by a culture of excellence, collaboration, and client-first focus. Every case is pushed forward with urgency. Every obstacle is met with creativity and strength. And every client leaves not only with a successful result, but with confidence from knowing that they had the most determined legal team in their corner. At RAFII & ASSOCIATES, we don’t just represent clients—we restore lives, safeguard futures, and redefine what winning looks like.

Education

• California State University, Northridge

  Bachelor's degree

  1997 — 2001

• California State University, Northridge

  Bachelor's degree

• California State University, Northridge

  Bachelor of Science

  2001 — 2001

• Pepperdine University School of Law

  Juris Doctorate

  2001 — 2004

• Westlake Village High School

  High School Diploma

  1992 — 1996

• Pepperdine University School of Law

  Doctor of Law (J.D.)

  2001 — 2004

• Pepperdine University

  Juris Doctorate

  2001 — 2004

• CSUN

  Bachelor's Degree

  1997 — 2001

• California State University-Northridge

  Bachelor’s Degree

  1998 — 2001

• Magic University; The Academy of Magical Arts, Inc.

  Magician Member (Final Approval Pending May-2018)

  2016 — 2018