Matt writes about legal, political, and urban planning issues in a weekly column for Tampa’s La Gaceta Newspaper entitled “The Reasonable Standard.” Super Lawyers has recognized Matt as one of Florida’s “Rising Stars” in 2022, and Best Lawyers has named him as “One to Watch, Litigation – Real Estate” from 2021-2023.

Matt is licensed to practice law in both Illinois and Florida. He is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. In addition to his Board Certification, Florida’s Supreme Court has certified Matt as a mediator for civil cases pending in Florida’s circuit and appellate courts.

A dedicated member of the community, Matt Chairs Community of Tampa Bay’s Board of Directors, is a member of Midtown Tampa’s Kiwanis Club, and is a regular volunteer for Tampa’s Stageworks Theatre.

When not working, writing, or volunteering, Matt is likely at home with his family cheering for his beloved Cleveland Browns.