Av. Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries

Av. Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries

Matt is a Partner and former Chair of the firm's Construction Practice Group. His focus is primarily on construction and complex litigation, with a concentration on transportation and manufacturing industries.

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Profile Summary

About Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries at a glance

Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries is an attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practforg at Buchalter LLP. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association. Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1998) and American University (BA, 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • Matt is a Partner and former Chair of the firm's Construction Practice Group
  • His focus is primarily on construction and complex litigation, with a concentration on transportation and manufacturing industries
  • Matt is the founder of www.bestpracticesconstructionlaw.com, a construction-related blog that focuses on lessons learned, technology, project management and legal trends in the construction industry
  • Based in the Music City, Matt also represents artists and talent in the Sports and Entertainment industries
  • As outside general counsel to many clients, Matt provides guidance and experience in contract negotiations, insurance disputes, intellectual property matters, and general business litigation
  • After working more than 15 years as a construction attorney in Nashville and Washington, D.C, Matt joined Burr & Forman to lead the firm’s construction and sports/entertainment presence in Tennessee
  • Prior to entering private practice, Matt clerked for the Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals of Virginia
  • He has also worked on Capitol Hill for U.S
  • Senator Pete Domenici (NM), as well as participated in the U.S
  • Department of Justice’s summer honors program
  • Matt is a single dad with seven children ranging from 7-21 years old
  • In his spare time, Matt blogs about family, work and life balance at www.thesameasyou.com

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practforg law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Nashville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries

Where is Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries's law office located?
Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Buchalter LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries go to law school?
Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (BA, 1993).
How can I contact Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries 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 J. "Matt" DeVries receiandd?
Matthew J. "Matt" DeVries's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Eğitim

J.D.
University of Richmond
- 1998
BA
American University
- 1993

Ödüller

Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Construction Law (2013-2020)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fellows of the Construction Lawyers Society of America (2017)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — JD Supra's Readers' Choice Award Recipient (2016-2019)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , "Rising Star" (2011)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Engineering News-Record
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , "Top Up-and-Coming Leader Under 40," South Central Region, Construction Law (2011)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nashville Business Journal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , "Commercial Real Estate Most Valuable Player" Award in the Professional Services Category (2010)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Virginia, Virginia State Bar
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar
Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association

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