About Matthew James Buzzell
Matthew James Buzzell III was a licensed attorney in California, admitted to the State Bar in 2002 under. He was the founder of Buzzell Law Group, PC, a law firm specializing in workers' compensation and employment law, with offices in San Francisco and Citrus Heights, California. Mr. Buzzell passed away unexpectedly on March 22, 2025, at the age of 48. His death was reported by family members and led to a fundraising campaign to support his loved ones during this difficult time. ([gofundme.com](https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-matt-support-for-his-loved-ones?utm_source=openai))
Mr. Buzzell earned his Juris Doctor degree from the McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific in 2002. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate studies at St. Mary's College of California, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a minor in Economics. His education provided a strong foundation for his legal career, particularly in areas intersecting with business and labor relations.
Throughout his career, Mr. Buzzell focused on workers' compensation cases, labor and employment law, and corporate matters. He represented both employers and insurance carriers from 2003 through 2010, gaining insight into defense strategies in labor disputes. In 2010, he established the Law Offices of Matthew J. Buzzell, III, later rebranded as Buzzell Law Group, PC, to advocate for injured workers in Northern California. His practice encompassed all stages of litigation, including hearings, appeals, negotiations, and trials, handling cases such as workers' compensation claims, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, and employment discrimination.
Mr. Buzzell's legal experience included serving as national trial counsel for the California Workers' Compensation Defense Attorneys' Association and handling over 100 trials before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. He also lectured on workers' compensation legal issues and served as CEO and general counsel for the San Francisco Institute of Hyperbaric Medicine, a research and development company. His diverse experience enabled him to effectively represent clients in various legal stages, from initial case evaluation to complex litigation.
He was an active member of the California State Bar and the American Bar Association. Mr. Buzzell also supported political organizations advocating for the rights of injured workers and the simplification of legal processes in workers' compensation litigation. He was fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse clientele effectively. His contributions to the legal community and his clients' lives are remembered fondly by those who knew him.
