Matthew Paul Dickson is a partner at Dickson Kohan & Bablove LLP, representing individuals harmed by asbestos exposure, mesothelioma, toxic torts, and personal injury across California from offices in Riverside and Newport Beach. After nearly a decade defending large corporations and government entities, he founded his current firm in 2016 to exclusively advocate for plaintiffs. Dickson holds a J.D. from Whittier Law School — where he served as Lead Articles Editor of the Whittier Law Review and earned a CALI Excellence Award — and a Master of Public Health from the University of Arizona, a background that gives him a distinct edge in complex toxic exposure and environmental cases. He was recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2015, 2016, and 2017, and is an active member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Association for Justice. Licensed in California since 2007, Dickson works on a contingency fee basis — clients pay nothing unless a recovery is made.
Why Work With Matthew?
18+ YearsMesothelioma experience
Free ConsultationNo obligation to hire
No Upfront FeesContingency — 35%–45%, no fee unless we win
Statewide CoverageServing all of California
Experience & Credentials
Years in Practice18 yrs Highly Experienced
Mesothelioma & Asbestos
Personal Injury
Employment & Labor
Environmental & Natural Resources
California Mesothelioma Lawsuit Information
Statute of Limitations2 years from diagnosis or discovery date
Wrongful Death Deadline2 years from date of death
Filing LocationCalifornia Superior Court (county of exposure or residence)
Average Settlement$1.1M–$1.4M (varies by case factors)
California allows mesothelioma victims to file personal injury lawsuits against responsible asbestos manufacturers. Many victims also receive compensation from multiple asbestos bankruptcy trust funds. Learn more about settlements →
Office Locations
4199 Flat Rock Drive, Suite 142, Riverside, CA 92505
1101 Dove Street, Suite 220, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Frequently Asked Questions
In California, the statute of limitations for mesothelioma personal injury claims is 2 years from diagnosis or discovery date. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is 2 years from date of death. Acting quickly is important — evidence and witness availability can diminish over time. Matthew offers free consultations to help you understand your timeline.
Matthew Paul Dickson works on a contingency fee basis — Contingency — 35%–45%, no fee unless we win. This means you pay nothing out of pocket to get started. Legal fees are only collected if your case is resolved successfully through a settlement or verdict.
Matthew Paul Dickson handles cases involving Mesothelioma & Asbestos, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor, Environmental & Natural Resources. Matthew Paul Dickson is a partner at Dickson Kohan & Bablove LLP, representing individuals harmed by asbestos exposure, mesothelioma, toxic torts, and personal injury across California from offices in Riverside and Newport Beach. After nearly a decade defending large corporations and government entities, he founded his current firm in 2016 to exclusively advocate for plaintiffs. Dickson holds a J.D. from Whittier Law School — where he served as Lead Articles Editor of the Whittier Law Review and earned a CALI Excellence Award — and a Master of Public Health from the University of Arizona, a background that gives him a distinct edge in complex toxic exposure and environmental cases. He was recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2015, 2016, and 2017, and is an active member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Association for Justice. Licensed in California since 2007, Dickson works on a contingency fee basis — clients pay nothing unless a recovery is made.
Mesothelioma lawsuits in California are typically filed in the California Superior Court (county of exposure or residence). Matthew can advise on the best venue for your specific circumstances based on where the asbestos exposure occurred.
Average mesothelioma settlements in California range from $1.1M–$1.4M (varies by case factors). The actual value of your case depends on factors such as the extent of asbestos exposure, the severity of your diagnosis, the number of liable parties, and available bankruptcy trust fund claims. Matthew can provide a case-specific evaluation at no cost.
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