Atty. Matthew R. Lynch

Atty. Matthew R. Lynch

Matthew Lynch represents commercial real estate developers and institutional owners of commercial real estate in the development, acquisition, management, leasing and disposition of commercial real estate. What do you focus on?

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About Matthew R. Lynch at a glance

Matthew R. Lynch is a real estate attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, State Bar Association. Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1988) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Lynch represents commercial real estate developers and institutional owners of commercial real estate in the development, acquisition, management, leasing and disposition of commercial real estate
  • What do you focus on?
  • Today I focus my practice in three main areas, utilizing my more than 20 years of experience to help our clients achieve their business objectives
  • Acquisition and disposition of office and mixed use buildings I have represented parties ranging from large institutional owners to family-owned or closely held real estate investment companies buying and selling office and mixed use buildings
  • Recently, I represented a large institutional owner in the disposition of a large portfolio of office buildings in Boston to a number of different buyers
  • Leasing of office space by large national and international corporations I have represented a number of large corporations in leasing new office space in the Greater Boston area
  • Recently, I represented a large manufacturer of footwear and apparel in the negotiation of a lease for the relocation of its corporate headquarters in Boston’s North Station area
  • Retail leasing I have represented both landlords and tenants in leasing retail space in shopping centers and mixed use buildings
  • Recently, I have represented an institutional owner in connection with leasing up a large regional shopping center

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew R. Lynch's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew R. Lynch 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.

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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 R. Lynch

Where is Matthew R. Lynch's law office located?
Matthew R. Lynch's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew R. Lynch handle?
Matthew R. Lynch focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Matthew R. Lynch go to law school?
Matthew R. Lynch earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A).
How can I contact Matthew R. Lynch for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew R. Lynch received?
Matthew R. Lynch's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1988
B.A
College of the Holy Cross
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, State Bar Association

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