Atty. Matthew H. Snell

Atty. Matthew H. Snell

Matthew H. Snell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law.

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Profile Summary

About Matthew H. Snell at a glance

Matthew H. Snell is a real estate, zoning, and environmental attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. Educated at New England Law | Boston (J.D., 2005). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Matthew H. Snell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law
  • Matthew H., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2023
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew H. Snell's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

Matthew H. Snell is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Land Use & Zoning

Matthew H. Snell is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Matthew H. Snell is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew H. Snell

Where is Matthew H. Snell's law office located?
Matthew H. Snell's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew H. Snell handle?
Matthew H. Snell focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Matthew H. Snell go to law school?
Matthew H. Snell earned their education at (J.D., 2005).
How can I contact Matthew H. Snell for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew H. Snell 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. Snell received?
Matthew H. Snell's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Education

J.D.
New England Law | Boston
- 2005

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

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