Atty. Jay Matson
Jay Matson is a lawyer practicing energy, utility law, natural gas and 2 other areas of law. Jay received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Energy & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 32+ Years Experience
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About Jay Matson at a Glance
Jay Matson is a energy attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1994), District of Columbia (1995), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland, U.S. Co (1995). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1994) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Chair, Young Lawyers Committee, 1998-1999 Vice Chair, FERC Practice and ALJ Committee, 2006-2007, American Bar Association Energy Bar Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jay Matson
- Jay Matson is a lawyer practicing energy, utility law, natural gas and 2 other areas of law
- Jay received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Jay practices in Washington, DC
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Jay Matson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Matson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Energy & Utilities Law in Washington
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Washington Choose Jay Matson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jay Matson's practice in the field of energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jay Matson brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Maryland, District of Columbia, and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland, U.S. Co, Jay Matson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Energy Practice
Concentrating on energy means Jay Matson's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Jay Matson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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