Matt LeMaster is the co-chair of DWT's mergers and acquisitions practice. He focuses on business transactions, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and finance. He has specific experience in financial services, media, technology, advanced manufacturing, distribution, senior living and hospitality.
Matt has been designated by Chambers USA as a leading lawyer (Band 3) in Corporate and Commercial law in Washington state.
Chambers reviewers noted his "quick response and concise answers in the midst of stressful negotiations" and his ability "to become part of the team and help solve problems to accomplish business goals."
In addition to his specific knowledge of transactions and mergers and acquisitions, Matt acts as principal outside general counsel to multiple operating business. Matt is also an affiliate professor at the University of Washington School of Law, where he teaches a course on mergers and acquisitions.
Currently, he also serves DWT as a co-chair of Lateral Partner Growth and a member of the firm's Executive Committee. Previously at DWT, Matt served as chair to the M&A practice from 2012-2025, co-chair of the Veterans Affinity Group from 2020-2024, and on the Shareholder Compensation Committee from 2022-2024.
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