Matthew K. Brown

Matthew K. Brown, ADR Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business · 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing adr in New Orleans since 1987.

39+
Years practicing
4.9 ★
1 client review
3
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Matthew K. Brown is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Matthew has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Health Law Center - Sullivan Stolier Schulze, LLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
New Orleans, LA
Experience
over 39 years
Known for
ADR · Appellate · Business
  • Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from New Orleans, LA.
  • Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Matthew K. Brown: Matthew K. Brown is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Matthew has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Health Law Center - Sullivan Stolier Schulze, LLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Matthew takes on

Matthew concentrates on adr, appellate, business, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

Matthew takes adr matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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.

Appellate cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

Matthew takes appellate matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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.

Business cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

Matthew takes business matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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.

General cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

Matthew takes general matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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.

Government cases in New Orleans, Louisiana

Matthew takes government matters in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 K. Brown — adr lawyer in New Orleans

Matthew K. Brown is a partner based in New Orleans, LA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Matthew has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Health Law Center - Sullivan Stolier Schulze, LLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Mr. Brown joined Sullivan Stolier Schulze & Grubb LLC in 2002. Prior to joining the firm, he was a partner in the Healthcare Practice Group of Locke, Liddell, & Sapp, L.L.P. In law school, he was a member of the Order of the Coif, an editor of the Tulane Law Review, and a national finalist for Tulane at the Jessup Moot Court Competition. Mr. Brown represents physicians, hospitals, and other health care organizations and businesses, including governmental entities and nonprofits, in transactions, regulatory matters and administrative and judicial proceedings. He is a former Chair of the Governmental and Public Law Section of the Louisiana State Bar and a member of the American Health Lawyers Association’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Service. Mr. Brown teaches a course in health care law and has published and presented numerous papers and articles addressing various aspects of health law, employment law, insurance coverage and business litigation.

Publications and Presentations

• “Critical Issues in FLSA/Wage and Hour,” Sterling Education Services (2016)

• “Employers’ Map to the ACA Maze of Requirements,” Sterling Education Services (2016)

• “Physician Payment Sunshine Rules,” LSBA Health Law Section CLE (2014)

• “Whistleblower Actions and Other Issues under the ACA,” Lorman Education Services (2014)

• “How Secure Are Your Healthcare Records?” AORN 59th Congress (2012)

• “Intro to Health Law,” (NBI 2010)

• “Special Issues in Medical Records,” Lorman Education Services (2010)

• “RACs 101,” Louisiana Association of Behavioral Health (2010)

• “Ethical Consideration Related to Nursing Home Malpractice,” (NBI 2006, 2007)

• “Long Term Care and Medicare Planning Issues,” NBI (2005)

• “HIPAA Compliance,” Lorman Education Services (2002, 2003, 2008)

• Trostorff & Brown. “Legal Developments in 2001: Privacy, Patients’ Rights and Payment Issues in the Limelight,” TIPS on Managed Care (November/December 2001)

• Fraiche & Brown. “Managed Care Liability: The Year in Review,” TIPS on Managed Care (November/December2000)

• “Human Resources Legal Issues,” Louisiana Small Business Development Center (2000)

• “Developments in False Claims Act Litigation,” Lorman Education Services (2000)

• Abdalian, Brown & Abdalian, “Access to Health Care: Louisiana Minor Consent Statutes,” 151 J. La. State Med. Soc. (1999)

• “Dealing with Audits and Investigations,” Lorman Education Services (1999, 2000, 2001, 2002)

• “What You Don’t Know About HIPAA and COBRA,” Council on Education in Management (1999)

• “Defining Your Role in Protecting Your Employees,” Council on Education in Management (1998)

• Trostorff & Brown. “Stark II: Safer Harbors,” TIPS on Managed Care (March 1998)

• “Substance Abuse Patient Records,” Medical Educational Service (1998)

• “The [Employment] Litigation Process,” Labor & Employment Law Update (1998)

• “Confidentiality of Medical Records,” Lorman Education Services (1998,1999,2001, 2008)

• Newsom & Brown, “Signs of Things to Come: Texas Legislature imposes medical malpractice liability on managed care entities,” TIPS on Managed Care (Aug./Sept. 1997)

• “Arbitration and Mediation of Employment Disputes,” Labor & Employment Law Update (1997)

• Confidentiality of Medical Records,” Medical Education Services (1997)

• “The Usual Suspects: Employees or Independent Contractors,” Labor & Employment Law Update (1996)

Working with Matthew on a adr matter

Mr. Brown joined Sullivan Stolier Schulze & Grubb LLC in 2002. Prior to joining the firm, he was a partner in the Healthcare Practice Group of Locke, Liddell, & Sapp, L.L.P. In law school, he was a member of the Order of the Coif, an editor of the Tulane Law Review, and a national finalist for Tulane at the Jessup Moot Court Competition. Mr. Brown represents physicians, hospitals, and other…

Clients Matthew works with

Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Tulane University Law School

    J.D. · 1986

  • Wheaton College

    B.A. · 1977

Jurisdictions

Matthew's state bar admissions

  • Louisiana

    1988 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1988 · ACTIVE

  • Virginia

    1987 · ACTIVE

Matthew studied at J.D. in Tulane University Law School and B.A. in Wheaton College.

Law school and academic background

Matthew completed J.D. in Tulane University Law School and B.A. in Wheaton College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Matthew has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Matthew K. Brown's office in New Orleans

Matthew's primary office is at 909 Poydras Street, Suite 2600, New Orleans, LA, 70112. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

The Health Law Center - Sullivan Stolier Schulze, LLC

909 Poydras Street, Suite 2600

New Orleans, LA 70112

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Matthew K. Brown — 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Matthew. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in New Orleans.

4.9

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Hiring guide

How to hire Matthew K. Brown — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr 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 adr attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Matthew K. Brown

  • How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Louisiana typically take?

    Simple adr 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 New Orleans?

    Matthew is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana 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 adr 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

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