Atty. Matthew B. Cano
Mr. Matthew Cano's practice emphasizes litigation in construction litigation, commercial litigation, and personal injury defense.
Construction Claims & More Attorney · Serving San Antonio, TX · 41+ Years Experience
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About Matthew B. Cano at a Glance
Matthew B. Cano is a Partner based in San Antonio, Texas, practicing at Benjamin, Vana, Martinez & Cano LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court (1985), Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1987), Texas Western Bankruptcy Court Texas Western Bankruptcy Court (2000), and Texas Northern District Court (2011). Educated at University of Texas, Austin (J.D., 1985) and St. Edwards University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Austin Bar Association (Construction Law Section) State Bar of Texas (Construction Law Section) Texas Association of Defense Counsel. Serves clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew B. Cano
- Mr. Matthew Cano's practice emphasizes litigation in construction litigation, commercial litigation, and personal injury defense
- He is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- Joining the firm in 2001, Matthew Cano has represented architects and engineers, contractors and equipment dealers in contract, tort, and insurance defense matters
- Matthew Cano earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Texas School of Law in 1985, and his bachelor of arts in criminal justice from St. Edwards University in Austin
- Matthew Cano was an Assistant City Attorney in Corpus Christi, Texas, for three years and also practiced insurance defense law there for more than 12 years
- He is a member of the State Bar of Texas (Construction Law Section), Texas Association of Defense Counsel, and Austin Bar Association (Construction Law Section)
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew B. Cano's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew B. Cano handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Antonio.
Business & Corporate Law in San Antonio
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Construction Law in San Antonio
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Civil Litigation in San Antonio
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Matthew B. Cano is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Insurance Law in San Antonio
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Antonio
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Antonio are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Antonio Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Antonio-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Antonio Choose Matthew B. Cano
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 Matthew B. Cano's practice in the field of business, construction, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew B. Cano brings 41+ 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 Texas US Supreme Court, Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court, and Texas Western Bankruptcy Court Texas Western Bankruptcy Court, Matthew B. Cano can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and litigation, Matthew B. Cano can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Antonio
A San Antonio-based practice means Matthew B. Cano 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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Common Legal Issues Matthew B. Cano Handles in San Antonio
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