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Atty. Matthew Dean Short

Atty. Matthew Dean Short

Mr. Matthew Dean Short is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions and strategic joint ventures, health care, beer, wine and spirits and 3 other areas of law.

San Diego San Diego 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Dean Short at a glance

Matthew Dean Short is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on formation, tax, m&a, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1999). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Taxation, 2001) and The University of Arizona B.A. English Lewis & Clark Law School J.D. Journal of Small and Emerging Business Law Notes and Comments Editor (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Community •National Association of Stock Plan Professionals, San Diego •San Diego County Bar Association - Business and Taxation Sections •The State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew Dean Short is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions and strategic joint ventures, health care, beer, wine and spirits and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from The University of Arizona, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Matthew practices at Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Dean Short's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Diego are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Dean Short

Where is Matthew Dean Short's law office located?
Matthew Dean Short's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Dean Short handle?
Matthew Dean Short focuses on formation, tax, m&a, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Dean Short practiced law?
Matthew Dean Short has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Matthew Dean Short go to law school?
Matthew Dean Short earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2001); (—).
How can I contact Matthew Dean Short for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew Dean Short received?
Matthew Dean Short's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2001
The University of Arizona B.A. English Lewis & Clark Law School J.D. Journal of Small and Emerging Business Law Notes and Comments Editor
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999

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