Matthew Short

How Matt Helps Clients 

Matt focuses on the representation of companies in their formation and organization, mergers and acquisitions, and other general corporate matters, with significant specialized experience working with technology, digital marketing, healthcare and financial services clients. He also has extensive experience designing and implementing executive and equity-based compensation arrangements for private and public companies.

What Clients Can Expect

Matt takes the time to learn about his clients so he can better understand their problems and identify opportunities. His clients rely on him to provide effective and efficient legal solutions that support their business goals.

Outside the Office

Matt is married with two daughters.  He enjoys sailing, ocean swimming, attending concerts and exploring California with his family. 

Proof Points 

• Represented “social first” agency Movers + Shakers in its sale to Stagwell Global.
• Represented online market research company Branded Research, Inc., in sale to Dynata LLC.
• Represented numerous healthcare providers in sales and mergers of medical practices, formations of joint ventures, and other transactional matters.
• Represented numerous start-up technology companies in their formation and provided guidance on the use of limited liability companies, partnerships and S corporations.
• Advised numerous public and privately-held companies with the design and implementation of equity compensation plans and compliance with the related tax and securities laws.
• Matt was named to The Best Lawyers in America^® list for Corporate law in 2025.