Atty. Matthew H. Leys

Atty. Matthew H. Leys

Matthew H. Leys is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, zoning law, real estate and 3 other areas of law.

Newport Newport 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew H. Leys at a glance

Matthew H. Leys is a Member based in Newport, Rhode Island, practicing at Corcoran, Peckham, Hayes & Galvin, P.C.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, real estate, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (2000) and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (2007). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Providence College (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Newport, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew H. Leys is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, zoning law, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Matthew practices at Corcoran, Peckham, Hayes & Galvin, P.C. in Newport, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew H. Leys's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Matthew H. Leys is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Rhode Island →

Contracts

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Matthew H. Leys is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Rhode Island →

Land Use & Zoning

Matthew H. Leys is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Matthew H. Leys is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew H. Leys

Where is Matthew H. Leys's law office located?
Matthew H. Leys's law practice is located in Newport, Rhode Island. The firm is Corcoran, Peckham, Hayes & Galvin, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew H. Leys handle?
Matthew H. Leys focuses on wills, contracts, real estate, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Matthew H. Leys practiced law?
Matthew H. Leys has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Matthew H. Leys go to law school?
Matthew H. Leys earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Matthew H. Leys for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew H. Leys directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Matthew H. Leys received?
Matthew H. Leys's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law
- 2000
B.A.
Providence College
- 1995

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 2007

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