Atty. Matt Benz

Atty. Matt Benz

Matt Benz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, bankruptcy litigation, distressed acquisitions under bankruptcy code 363 and 3 other areas of law. Matt received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2019, and has been licensed for 4 years.

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Profile Summary

About Matt Benz at a glance

Matt Benz is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 4+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2022. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, m&a, health care, entertainment, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2022). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 2022) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.A., 2019). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matt Benz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, bankruptcy litigation, distressed acquisitions under bankruptcy code 363 and 3 other areas of law
  • Matt received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2019, and has been licensed for 4 years
  • Matt practices at Sheppard Mullin in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matt Benz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matt Benz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Health Care Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Cannabis & Marijuana Law

Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.

Matt Benz is one of 3,138 cannabis attorneys indexed nationally. Browse cannabis attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matt Benz

Where is Matt Benz's law office located?
Matt Benz's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matt Benz handle?
Matt Benz focuses on bankruptcy, m&a, health care, entertainment, cannabis. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matt Benz practiced law?
Matt Benz has 4+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2022.
Where did Matt Benz go to law school?
Matt Benz earned their education at (J.D., 2022); (B.A., 2019).
How can I contact Matt Benz for a consultation?
You can contact Matt Benz directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 2022
B.A.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 2019

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2022

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