Atty. Matthew R. Koerner

Atty. Matthew R. Koerner

Matthew R. Koerner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar.

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Profile Summary

About Matthew R. Koerner at a glance

Matthew R. Koerner is a criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. Educated at Duke University (J.D., 2015). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Matthew R. Koerner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Matthew R., who practices law in Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew R. Koerner's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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White Collar Crimes

Matthew R. Koerner is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Arizona →

Civil Litigation

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

Matthew R. Koerner is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arizona →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Matthew R. Koerner is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Arizona →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew R. Koerner

Where is Matthew R. Koerner's law office located?
Matthew R. Koerner's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Perkins Coie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew R. Koerner handle?
Matthew R. Koerner focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
Where did Matthew R. Koerner go to law school?
Matthew R. Koerner earned their education at (J.D., 2015).
How can I contact Matthew R. Koerner for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew R. Koerner 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 R. Koerner received?
Matthew R. Koerner's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 2015

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026

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