Matthew Short

How Matt Helps Clients 

Matt represents companies in their formation, governance and operations, general corporate matters, debt and equity financings, equity and executive compensation arrangements, and exit transactions, including mergers and acquisitions. He has significant specialized experience working with technology, digital marketing, healthcare and financial services clients. He has extensive experience representing buyers and sellers in complex mergers, equity and asset purchases, management buyouts, tax-free reorganizations and related transactions.

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 TGG Accounting, LLC, a premier provider of accounting outsourcing and fractional CFO services, in connection with its receipt of a strategic investment from DLA, LLC.

• Represented Stapleton Group, a fiduciary and financial advisory firm, in its sale to J.S. Held.
• 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 financial services firms in acquisitions by private equity-backed buyers.
• Represented multi-national buyer in acquisitions of multiple specialized sporting goods manufacturers.
• 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 related tax and securities laws.

Recognitions

• Matt was named to The Best Lawyers in America^® list for Corporate law in 2025 and 2026.
• Matt was named to The Best Lawyers in America^® list for Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) in 2026.