Matt Kong, General Attorney in New York
Over 10 years of legal practice · focused on General and M&A
AssociateatVinson & Elkins LLP
New, NY
Practicing general in New York since 2016.
- 10+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Matt Kong is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and M&A. Matt has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 10 years
- Known for
- General · M&A
- Handles General and M&A matters from New York, NY.
- Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Matt Kong: Matt Kong is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and M&A. Matt has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Matt takes on
Matt concentrates on general and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matt handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in New York
Matt takes general matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Matt agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in New York
Matt takes m&a matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Matt agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Matt Kong — general lawyer in New York
Matt Kong is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and M&A. Matt has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP.
Matt Kong is a lawyer practicing acquisition & leveraged finance, asset-based lending, syndicated finance and 2 other areas of law. Matt received a degree from Illinois Wesleyan University, and has been licensed for 10 years. Matt practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in New York, NY.
Working with Matt on a general matter
Matt Kong is a lawyer practicing acquisition & leveraged finance, asset-based lending, syndicated finance and 2 other areas of law. Matt received a degree from Illinois Wesleyan University, and has been licensed for 10 years. Matt practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in New York, NY.
Who Matt represents
Matt reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and m&a matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Columbia Law School
J.D. · 2016
Illinois Wesleyan University Political Science, Robert S. Eckley President’s Club Award in Social Science, cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Matt's state bar admissions
New York
2016 · ACTIVE
Matt studied at J.D. in Columbia Law School and — in Illinois Wesleyan University Political Science, Robert S. Eckley President’s Club Award in Social Science, cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Matt completed J.D. in Columbia Law School and — in Illinois Wesleyan University Political Science, Robert S. Eckley President’s Club Award in Social Science, cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matt runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Matt Kong's office in New York
Matt's primary office is at 666 Fifth Avenue, 26th Floor, New York, NY, 10103-0040. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Vinson & Elkins LLP
666 Fifth Avenue, 26th Floor
New York, NY 10103-0040
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How to hire Matt Kong — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matt usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matt charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matt's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Matt will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Matt
Matt discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Matt confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matt's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matt Kong
How much does it cost to hire Matt for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matt walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matt offer a free consultation?
Matt charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matt's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Matt's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New York typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Matt gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matt take my case if I'm outside New York?
Matt is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Matt will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Matt?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Matt will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matt accepting new general clients right now?
Matt's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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