Matt Korn, Employment Attorney in Columbia, South Carolina
focused on Employment and Litigation
Columbia, SC
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Matt Korn is an attorney based in Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
- Based in
- Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
About Matt Korn: Matt Korn is an attorney based in Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Matt takes on
Matt concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matt handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Matt takes employment matters in Columbia, South Carolina. 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.
Litigation cases in Columbia, South Carolina
Matt takes litigation matters in Columbia, South Carolina. 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 Korn — employment lawyer in Columbia
Matt Korn is an attorney based in Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Matthew Korn is an attorney in the firm’s Columbia office representing employers in all areas of employment, labor and health and safety law.
Matthew litigates both single-plaintiff and class and collective actions arising under a variety of federal and state employment laws. Matthew advises clients on day-to-day employment issues arising under statutes such as Title VII, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN), and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Additionally, he assists employers with traditional labor matters, including union avoidance campaigns, unfair labor practice charges, grievance arbitrations, and collective bargaining negotiations.
Matthew’s experience working as in-house counsel at a multinational, publicly traded company has provided him with the unique ability to view employment law problems from the client’s perspective so that he can provide practical business advice and solutions to firm clients.
Prior to joining the firm, Matthew worked for the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), litigating mine safety and health cases before the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission. Matthew uses this experience to counsel clients during government investigations, implementing proactive safety programs, and throughout the litigation process.
While in law school, Matthew served as a judicial intern for the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission and as Managing Editor of the Georgetown Journal on Poverty Law and Policy. As recognition for his exemplary work, Matthew was a recipient of the William J. Curtin Endowed Scholarship in Labor Relations.
How Matt handles employment matters
Matthew Korn is an attorney in the firm’s Columbia office representing employers in all areas of employment, labor and health and safety law. Matthew litigates both single-plaintiff and class and collective actions arising under a variety of federal and state employment laws. Matthew advises clients on day-to-day employment issues arising under statutes such as Title VII, the Family and Medical…
Who Matt represents
Matt reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Columbia and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Georgetown University
J.D. · 2010
Jurisdictions
Matt's state bar admissions
South Carolina, Sout
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South Carolina, Sout
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Matt studied at J.D. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Matt completed J.D. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matt runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Matt has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2025 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2025 for work in: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2024 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2023 (2026).
Locations
Matt Korn's office in Columbia
Matt's primary office is at 1320 Main Street, Suite 750, Columbia, South Carolina, 29201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Matt Korn — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Columbia, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matt Korn
How much does it cost to hire Matt for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Matt's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple employment 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 Columbia?
Matt is licensed in South Carolina. Matters governed by South Carolina 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 employment 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
Employment attorneys serving Columbia, Charleston and Greenville in South Carolina
Matt handles employment matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
- Greenville2,449 attorneys
- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Spartanburg583 attorneys
- Myrtle Beach506 attorneys
- North Charleston476 attorneys
- Lexington379 attorneys
- Rock Hill372 attorneys
- Hilton Head Island347 attorneys
- Florence335 attorneys
- Summerville299 attorneys
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