Atty. Matthew David Lerner

Atty. Matthew David Lerner

Mr. Matthew David Lerner is a lawyer practicing tax controversy, white collar: government litigation & investigations, tax and 8 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Matthew David Lerner at a glance

Matthew David Lerner is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sidley Austin Llp. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on irs, criminal defense, bankruptcy, tax, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1985) and District of Columbia (1987). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1985) and Amherst College (A.B. Economics, 1982). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew David Lerner is a lawyer practicing tax controversy, white collar: government litigation & investigations, tax and 8 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a A.B. degree from Amherst College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Matthew practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew David Lerner's Areas of Practice

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

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Criminal Defense

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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White Collar Crimes

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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 David Lerner

Where is Matthew David Lerner's law office located?
Matthew David Lerner's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sidley Austin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew David Lerner handle?
Matthew David Lerner focuses on irs, criminal defense, bankruptcy, tax, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Matthew David Lerner practiced law?
Matthew David Lerner has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Matthew David Lerner go to law school?
Matthew David Lerner earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B. Economics, 1982).
How can I contact Matthew David Lerner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1985
A.B. Economics
Amherst College
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1987

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