Matthew Squires, Business Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and M&A
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Salt Lake City, UT
Practicing business in Salt Lake City since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Matthew Squires is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Matthew has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Based in
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Business · General · M&A
- Handles Business, General, and M&A matters from Salt Lake City, UT.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Matthew Squires: Matthew Squires is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Matthew has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Matthew's practice areas in Salt Lake City
Matthew concentrates on business, general, 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 Salt Lake City, Utah
Matthew takes business matters in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Salt Lake City, Utah
Matthew takes general matters in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Salt Lake City, Utah
Matthew takes m&a matters in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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
Matthew Squires, business attorney serving Salt Lake City
Matthew Squires is a shareholder based in Salt Lake City, UT. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Matthew has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Matthew works from Salt Lake City, Utah and takes on business matters across the region.
Matt Squires represents domestic and international emerging growth companies and venture capital firms in venture financings, mergers and acquisitions, and public and private capital markets transactions. He has served hundreds of company-side clients, from early to late stage, and dozens of investor-side clients, across industries including AI, SAAS, fintech, proptech, robotics, cloud infrastructure and other technology and software-focused businesses, clean energy, telecom, financial services, medical devices, health care, pharmaceuticals, biotech, real estate, aviation, agriculture, utilities, oil and gas, retail goods, food services, and logistics. His practice also includes general corporate representation, securities regulatory counseling, and representation of not-for-profit organizations.
Matt has deep experience in Latin America and has handled cross-border transactions throughout Latin America valuing over $30 billion, as well as transactions involving China, Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, Australia, the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Spain, Russia, Nigeria, Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, the British Virgin Islands, and Egypt. He is fluent in Portuguese and conversational in Spanish.
He also has broad experience representing issuers and underwriters in SEC-registered IPOs and follow-on offerings of both directly listed shares and ADSs in primary and secondary offerings. He advises on registered and Rule 144A/Regulation S debt offerings, including high-yield and investment-grade bond issuances and euro-, Brazilian real-, and Mexican peso-denominated offerings. Additionally, he counsels companies, lenders and investors in spin-offs, credit agreements, and exchange offers and tender offers.
Experience
Representative Matters
• Represented companies and investors in seed-stage SAFE, equity and convertible debt financings, early and late-stage venture capital financings, and strategic investments, including representations of Latin America -based startups or venture investors in hundreds of transactions.°
• Represented targets and buyers in acquisitions and sales of companies, divisions, and subsidiaries through numerous structures such as mergers, stock purchases, and asset purchases in both U.S. domestic and cross-border transactions, including the $1B sale of Pismo, a global cloud-native issuer processing and core banking platform.°
• Represented issuers and underwriters in SEC-registered IPOs and follow-on offerings of both directly listed shares and ADSs in primary and secondary offerings.°
• Represented issuers and underwriters in registered and Rule 144A/Regulation S debt offerings, including high-yield and investment-grade bond issuances, perpetual and hybrid bond issuances, Tier II capital and subordinated bond issuances, secured bonds, and MTN program based issuances, including euro-, Brazilian real-, and Mexican peso-denominated notes offerings.°
• Represented a NYSE-listed company in a spin-off of a major subsidiary to also become NYSE-listed.°
• Represented lenders in a series of unprecedented credit agreements with Brazilian states guaranteed by the federal government of Brazil and securitized loans with Latin American banks.
• Represented issuers and dealer managers in exchange offers and cash tender offers.°
°The above representations were handled by Mr. Squires prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Internships
• Honors Intern, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, 2006
• Legal Intern, U.S. Department of Interior, Office of the Field Solicitor, 2006
• Clerk, U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado, 2006
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
• Listed, Washington Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2017 and 2018
How Matthew handles business matters
Matt Squires represents domestic and international emerging growth companies and venture capital firms in venture financings, mergers and acquisitions, and public and private capital markets transactions. He has served hundreds of company-side clients, from early to late stage, and dozens of investor-side clients, across industries including AI, SAAS, fintech, proptech, robotics, cloud…
Who Matthew represents
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and m&a matters in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Utah area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Matthew studied and practices
New York University School of Law
J.D. Managing · 2008
Brigham Young University
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Matthew's state bar admissions
Utah
2023 · ACTIVE
Washington
2015 · ACTIVE
New York
2009 · ACTIVE
Matthew studied at J.D. Managing in New York University School of Law and B.A. in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. Managing in New York University School of Law and B.A. in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Utah is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Matthew Squires's office in Salt Lake City
Matthew's primary office is at 222 South Main Street, 5th Floor, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
222 South Main Street, 5th Floor
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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How to hire Matthew Squires — 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 Salt Lake City, Utah
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 Squires
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 Utah 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 Salt Lake City?
Matthew is licensed in Utah. Matters governed by Utah 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
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