Bio

Matt Lemaster is the chair of DWT's mergers and acquisitions practice. He focuses on business transactions, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and finance. He has specific experience in media, technology, advanced manufacturing, distribution, senior living and hospitality. Matt has been designated by Chambers USA as a leading lawyer (Band 3) in Corporate and Commercial law in Washington state. Chambers reviewers noted his "quick response and concise answers in the midst of stressful negotiations" and his ability "to become part of the team and help solve problems to accomplish business goals." In addition to his specific knowledge of transactions and mergers and acquisitions, Matt acts as principal outside counsel to Coast Hotels USA, Icom America Inc., Modjoul Inc., and Convoy Supply Inc. Matt is also an affiliate professor at the University of Washington School of Law, where he teaches a course on mergers and acquisitions. Matt co-chairs DWT's veteran's affinity group, and helps manage equity partner compensation as a member of DWT's share committee.