Atty. Matthew D. Slater

Atty. Matthew D. Slater

Mr. Matthew D.

Washington Washington 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (771) 232-9365 Book Appointment

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About Matthew D. Slater at a glance

Matthew D. Slater is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Cleary Gottlieb Steen Hamilton Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on securities, litigation, consumer, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (Inactive) (1984) and District of Columbia (1985). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1983) and Harvard University (A.B., 1979). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew D. Slater is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, litigation, arbitration and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Matthew practices at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew D. Slater's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew D. Slater

Where is Matthew D. Slater's law office located?
Matthew D. Slater's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Cleary Gottlieb Steen Hamilton Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew D. Slater handle?
Matthew D. Slater focuses on securities, litigation, consumer, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Matthew D. Slater practiced law?
Matthew D. Slater has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Matthew D. Slater go to law school?
Matthew D. Slater earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (A.B., 1979).
How can I contact Matthew D. Slater for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1983
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

West Virginia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985

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