Matthew Miles Horowitz, General Attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
Over 50 years of legal practice · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatNeubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C.
Hartford, CT
Practicing general in Hartford since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Matthew Miles Horowitz is an of counsel based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on General. Matthew has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Hartford, CT
- Experience
- over 50 years
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- General
- Handles General matters from Hartford, CT.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Matthew Miles Horowitz: Matthew Miles Horowitz is an of counsel based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on General. Matthew has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Matthew Miles Horowitz
Matthew concentrates on general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Matthew takes general matters in Hartford, Connecticut. 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
About Matthew Miles Horowitz — Over 50 years of Connecticut general experience
Matthew Miles Horowitz is an of counsel based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on General. Matthew has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Matthew Horowitz has been representing sureties and fidelity carriers in Connecticut and Massachusetts for approximately 30 years. He regularly assists sureties with performance and payment bond disputes and and claims arising under probate and other commercial bonds, as well as in salvage and recovery matters. He litigates in state and federal courts, appellate courts, and arbitration forums, as well as representing sureties in mediations and informal negotiations. He also provides representation to sureties in transactional matters, including drafting and negotiating takeover and tender agreements, completion contracts and documents in aid of indemnity obligations.
Matt is a member and has held leadership positions in the Fidelity and Surety Law Committee of the American Bar Association. He is a co-sponsor of the Northeast Surety and Fidelity Claims Conference held annually in New Jersey. He has published extensively in the surety industry including contributing chapters or serving as editor for ABA publications such as the Law of performance Bonds, the Law of Payment Bonds and the Law of Commercial and Miscellaneous Bonds. Matt is a frequent speaker at surety and fidelity conferences. He has developed extensive relationships in the surety industry and is in regular contact with surety claims professionals, surety claims consultants, and surety lawyers from other jurisdictions.
Matt frequently teaches as an adjunct professor in the mediation program at the University of Connecticut School of Law. he is a member of the Board of Directors for the Institute of Community Research, a non-profit organization located in Hartford, Connecticut. He is also a member of the Town of West Hartford Civilian Police Review Board.
Working with Matthew on a general matter
Matthew Horowitz has been representing sureties and fidelity carriers in Connecticut and Massachusetts for approximately 30 years. He regularly assists sureties with performance and payment bond disputes and and claims arising under probate and other commercial bonds, as well as in salvage and recovery matters. He litigates in state and federal courts, appellate courts, and arbitration forums, as…
Who Matthew represents
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general matters in Hartford and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Matthew Miles Horowitz's legal education and bar admissions
New York University
J.D. · 1976
Tufts University
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Matthew's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1984 · ACTIVE
Texas
1978 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1976 · ACTIVE
Matthew studied at J.D. in New York University and B.A. in Tufts University.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. in New York University and B.A. in Tufts University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Matthew's professional memberships and bar associations
Connecticut Bar Association American Bar Association
Co-Chair, Fidelity and Surety Law Committee · membership
Locations
Matthew Miles Horowitz's office in Hartford
Matthew's primary office is at 750 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C.
750 Main Street, 2nd Floor
Hartford, CT 06103
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Client reviews of Matthew Miles Horowitz — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Matthew Miles Horowitz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
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 Matthew
Matthew 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. 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matthew Miles Horowitz
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Connecticut 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. 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 Hartford?
Matthew is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut 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 general 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
General attorneys serving Hartford, Stamford and New Haven in Connecticut
Matthew handles general matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
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