Dallas Attorney R. Matthew Stewart Honored with Top 10 Personal Injury Award

The team at Kraft & Associates, Attorneys at Law, P.C. announced that partner and shareholder R. Matthew Stewart has been recognized with the Top 10 Attorney Award for Excellence in the Field of Personal Injury from the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA). The 2026 NAOPIA Award is given to less than 1 percent of attorneys nationwide for their extraordinary experience, skills, knowledge, and success in the legal field. This recognition matters because it highlights the rigorous standards required for excellence in personal injury law, a field where client outcomes directly affect lives and livelihoods.

Mr. Stewart was selected through a rigorous, multi-step process in which the NAOPIA found that his compassionate yet aggressive legal representation made him deserving of this prestigious honor. The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA) is an organization devoted to recognizing the top personal injury attorneys in the nation. Using their stringent selection process, the NAOPIA names the Top 10 personal injury attorneys in each state. Attorneys are judged by their professional experience, education and training, awards, track record, and client and peer reviews. This matters because such external validation provides clients with independent verification of an attorney's capabilities beyond firm marketing materials.

As partner and shareholder of Kraft & Associates, Attorneys at Law, P.C., Attorney R. Matthew Stewart has been helping DFW residents resolve their personal injury and Social Security disability claims for over 25 years. Attorney Stewart has an impressive career in the legal field and an unwavering devotion to his specialties. There are intense pressures involved with managing both a successful law firm and a large caseload, but he handles it with the dedication and commitment it deserves – something his clients recognize and appreciate. The implication of this recognition extends beyond individual achievement to potentially influence how clients select legal representation in competitive markets.

Mr. Stewart earned his Juris Doctor from Texas A&M University School of Law after receiving a Master of Arts in history and a Bachelor of Arts in history and philosophy from the University of North Texas. His thesis is part of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) research collection in Washington, D.C. He credits his education with nurturing his ability to think and analyze critically, which are vital in his current position. He is also a member of the American Bar Association, the Dallas Bar Association, and the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association. These memberships all allow him to stay well informed and up to date with any developments in the field of law, as well as make crucial contributions to the legal community. This matters because ongoing education and professional engagement are essential for maintaining high standards in legal practice.

Attorney Stewart also values giving back to the community he lives in and serves. His civic pursuits include involvement in organizations such as the Bone Bash Event Committee for the Arthritis Foundation and the North Texas Food Bank. These efforts earned him the Outstanding Service Award from the North Dallas Bar Association in 2015. In his free time, Mr. Stewart enjoys playing guitar, camping in the great outdoors, traveling with his wife, Amy, and visiting his family in Wisconsin. Mr. Stewart's other awards include: "Superb" 10.0 Avvo Rating, Marquis Who's Who 2024 – Honored Listee, Top 10 Dallas Car Accident Lawyers 2025 – TrustAnalytica, and Outstanding Service Award 2015 – North Dallas Bar Association. The accumulation of such recognitions matters because it demonstrates consistent excellence across multiple evaluation metrics rather than isolated achievement.

Kraft & Associates, Attorneys at Law, P.C. is a personal injury and Social Security disability law firm serving Dallas, Texas, since 1971. Their experienced lawyers provide personalized and compassionate legal support to their clients when they need it the most. With a skilled legal team, they have the knowledge, resources, and skills necessary to take on the most complex cases in a wide range of legal areas. The importance of this award lies in its potential to reinforce public trust in legal institutions by highlighting attorneys who meet exceptional standards of practice, particularly in personal injury law where clients are often vulnerable following traumatic events.