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Matthew Farrell

Member Details

Benesch Law LLP - San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
(628) 600-2250

Matthew’s practice covers general commercial litigation, consumer privacy, white collar and internal investigations, and complex business litigation. Prior to joining Benesch, Matthew was an associate at a major international law firm in Palo Alto where his practice focused on securities litigation. He has drafted multiple dispositive motions and represented clients in both state and federal litigation, as well as arbitration disputes. Matthew has experience researching and drafting memoranda and motions, appearing in court, and negotiating advantageous outcomes for clients.

Experience

He has experience in trial preparation, including drafting privilege logs, preparing for witness interviews and depositions, and overseeing discovery. He has also contributed to several pro bono projects.

Practice Areas & Clients

As a part of Benesch’s Retail & E-Commerce practice group, Matthew has represented over two dozen clients in consumer class actions, individual suits, and arbitrations arising from customers’ use of their websites and apps. Based on his extensive knowledge of the ways in which courts interpret and apply digital agreements, Matthew regularly advises clients on their website practices.

Education

Harvard Law School, 2021, J.D.

  • Harvard International Law Journal, Line Editor
  • Harvard Journal of Human Rights, Subciter

London School of Economics and Political Science, 2016, MSc with Merit, in International Relations

York University, 2015, B.A., Bilingual, Spec. Hons., in International Studies

Certificate of Law & Social Thought

Credentials

California Memberships: State Bar of California; California Lawyers’ Association, Litigation Section

Languages

French (Bilingual)

Italian (Intermediate)

Spanish (Basic)



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