Atty. Matthew Dodd Powers
Matthew Dodd Powers is a lawyer practicing government relations, commercial law, real estate. Matthew received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at New Paltz in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 27+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Dodd Powers at a Glance
Matthew Dodd Powers is a business, real estate, and government attorney based in New York, New York. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in New York (1999) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1999). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1998) and State University of New York College at New Paltz (B.A., 1994). Active member of Albany County, New York State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Dodd Powers
- Matthew Dodd Powers is a lawyer practicing government relations, commercial law, real estate
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at New Paltz in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
- Matthew practices in New York, NY
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Matthew Dodd Powers's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Dodd Powers handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Matthew Dodd Powers is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Government & Administrative Law in New York
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Matthew Dodd Powers is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Matthew Dodd Powers
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 Dodd Powers's practice in the field of business, real estate, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Dodd Powers brings 27+ 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 New York and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York, Matthew Dodd Powers can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and government, Matthew Dodd Powers can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Matthew Dodd Powers attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew Dodd Powers Handles in New York
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