Atty. Matthew Dean Smith

Atty. Matthew Dean Smith

Matthew Dean Smith is a lawyer practicing closely held businesses, corporate and securities law, capital markets and 5 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Dean Smith at a glance

Matthew Dean Smith is an Associate based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and agriculture. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2007) and Wisconsin (2007). Educated at University of Wisconsin Law School (J.D., 2007) and University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (B.A. Political, 2004). Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Dean Smith is a lawyer practicing closely held businesses, corporate and securities law, capital markets and 5 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Matthew practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Dean Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Agricultural Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Dean Smith

Where is Matthew Dean Smith's law office located?
Matthew Dean Smith's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Dean Smith handle?
Matthew Dean Smith focuses on business, m&a, securities, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Matthew Dean Smith practiced law?
Matthew Dean Smith has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Matthew Dean Smith go to law school?
Matthew Dean Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A. Political, 2004).
How can I contact Matthew Dean Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin Law School
- 2007
B.A. Political
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2007
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2007

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