Biography
Matt’s practice focuses on commercial construction matters, including the prosecution and defense of payment, defect, extra work, termination, delay, inefficiency, bond, and lien claims. In addition, Matt helps his clients negotiate construction contracts and counsels his clients throughout the construction process, from contract award through final completion.
Matt has over 15 years of experience in construction law.
Areas of Focus
+Construction
+Litigation
+Contracts
Credentials
+Education
University of North Carolina School of Law, JD
Duke University, AB, Public Policy Studies, magna cum laude
+Professional & Community Activities
American Bar Association, Forum on the Construction Industry
American Bar Association, Section of Litigation
American Bar Association, Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section
North Carolina Bar Association, Construction Law Section, Chair
North Carolina Bar Association, Litigation Section
Wake County Bar Association
Carolinas AGC
Durham Historic Preservation Commission, Chair
Recognized in Super Lawyers magazine, 2022
+Notable Accomplishments
Recognized as a Leading Attorney by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business (North Carolina Construction), 2022
Recognized in Business North Carolina magazine’s “Legal Elite” for Construction in 2013 and 2015-2022
Recognized in Super Lawyers magazine 2014-2021
Ranked among Super Lawyers magazine’s “Rising Stars”, 2012