Matthew I. Moses, Business Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
focused on Business and M&A
Pittsburgh, PA
Trusted business attorney serving Pittsburgh.
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Matthew I. Moses is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A.
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- Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA
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- Business · M&A
- Handles Business and M&A matters from Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).
About Matthew I. Moses: Matthew I. Moses is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Matthew takes on
Matthew concentrates on business and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Matthew takes business matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Matthew agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Matthew takes m&a matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Matthew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Matthew I. Moses — business lawyer in Pittsburgh
Matthew I. Moses is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A.
Matthew Moses is a shareholder in Babst Calland’s Corporate and Commercial Group and is a member of, and past co-chair of, its Energy and Natural Resources Group. Mr. Moses’ practice includes business structuring and governance; mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, particularly dealing with environmentally-challenged assets; real estate transactions and development; information technology; and routine and complex commercial contracts in (among other areas) procurement, waste disposal, security arrangements, consulting, employment and construction.
Representative Matters- Representation of Energy Transition and Environmental Management LLC in the acquisition, demolition, remediation and redevelopment of two power plants, in reverse purchase price transactions, for $112,700,000 and $28,700,000, and the subsequent re-sale of the second such power plant for $31,500,000.
- Representation of a regional municipal authority in the structuring, negotiation and closing of commercial and industrial property acquisitions in support of a multi-year, multi-faceted capital project.
- Representation of a regional industrial development authority in the structuring and negotiation of the acquisition of an environmentally-impacted 67-acre former steel plant property for redevelopment.
Mr. Moses earned his B.A. in Political Science from Allegheny College in 1990 and his J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1993.
Mr. Moses joined Babst Calland in March 2000, bringing to his practice broad experience in corporate in-house and government regulatory environments. Before joining the Firm, he served as regulatory counsel for Crown Castle USA, Inc., the nation’s largest owner, operator and developer of wireless telecommunications towers, where his work also included counseling on business affairs and negotiation of tower licenses and multi-site build-to-suit ventures. Prior to working for Crown Castle, Mr. Moses served as an attorney-advisor with the Federal Communications Commission, where he worked on the development of federal regulations and policies governing wireless telecommunications services.
Memberships and AffiliationsMr. Moses is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and New Mexico (inactive). He is a member of the Allegheny County, Pennsylvania and American bar associations, the Urban Land Institute, the Environmental Law Institute, the Pennsylvania Independent Oil and Gas Association, the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation, the Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law, and the Marcellus Shale Coalition. Mr. Moses serves on the Legal Committee of the Marcellus Shale Coalition, is a past chair of the Corporate, Banking and Business Law Section of the Allegheny County Bar Association and has served on the Mt. Lebanon Historic Preservation Board. He has previously served on several other municipal, professional, sports association and public charity boards.
Mr. Moses has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® for Mergers and Acquisitions Law since 2025 and for Corporate Law in the 2026 edition.
How Matthew handles business matters
Area of Emphasis Matthew Moses is a shareholder in Babst Calland’s Corporate and Commercial Group and is a member of, and past co-chair of, its Energy and Natural Resources Group. Mr. Moses’ practice includes business structuring and governance; mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, particularly dealing with environmentally-challenged assets; real estate transactions and development;…
The kind of cases Matthew takes
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and m&a matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Pittsburgh
J.D. · 1993
Allegheny College
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Matthew's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania, Pennsy
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West Virginia, The W
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Matthew studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.A. in Allegheny College.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.A. in Allegheny College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Matthew has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
Locations
Matthew I. Moses's office in Pittsburgh
Matthew's primary office is at 603 Stanwix Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15222. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Matthew I. Moses
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How to hire Matthew I. Moses — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matthew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew'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; Matthew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Matthew
Matthew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matthew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matthew I. Moses
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matthew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matthew offer a free consultation?
Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple business 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. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Matthew is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Matthew 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 Matthew?
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. Matthew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matthew accepting new business clients right now?
Matthew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
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