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Overview

Matt Holder is a trial lawyer known for his adaptability, judgment and precision. He represents companies in complex business and employment disputes of every scale, from major cases requiring large teams to much smaller matters where efficiency is paramount.

With broad experience spanning disputes concerning commercial contracts, corporate governance, trade secrets and fraud claims, as well as single-plaintiff and class action employment disputes, Matt approaches each matter with the perspective of a strategist—aligning law, facts and business realities to achieve results. His experience across varied disputes gives him the judgment to see the core issues quickly, develop options and collaborate with clients to shape the best path forward.

Matt has taken multiple cases through trial—jury, bench and arbitration—and he thrives in high-stakes, high-pressure environments. Excellent writing is also a cornerstone of effective advocacy on his cases. Matt regularly drafts his own briefs, believing that clarity in presentation drives results. His writing skill is recognized within the firm, where he helps train others to craft persuasive, disciplined arguments.

Whether confronting aggressive adversaries or negotiating settlements, Matt calibrates tone and tactics to the moment—combining rigor with the flexibility to press or resolve as strategy demands. Clients, judges and opposing counsel alike respect his professionalism and candor. His top priority is always providing advice focused on what is in the client’s best interest, and he communicates promptly at every stage of the engagement.

That responsiveness and integrity earn lasting trust. From leading large teams to handling smaller disputes himself, Matt delivers advocacy that is disciplined, transparent and unflinchingly client-centered.

Credentials
Clerkships

Extern to Judges John Reid and Susan Bryant Deason, Los Angeles County Superior Court

Intern, U.S Attorney's Office in Washington, D.C., Superior Court Division

Extern, U.S. Attorney's Office in the Central District of California

Education

J.D., University of Southern California, 2001; Order of the Coif; National Moot Court Team; Hale Moot Court Semifinalist; American Board of Trial Advocates Award for Excellence in Preparation for Trial Practice of the Law

B.A., University of Southern California, 1998, magna cum laude

Honors

Best Lawyer in America, Best Lawyers, 2020-2026

"Outstanding Service Award" for the Legal Aid Society of San Diego, both 2007 and 2008

Memberships

Association of Business Trial Lawyers

J. Clifford Wallace American Inn of Court

Louis M. Welsh American Inn of Court (former)

Board of Directors, Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego County

Alumni, Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity