Matthew W. Edwards
Washington, DC
Practicing family law in Washington since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 4
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Matthew W. Edwards is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Matthew has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boies Schiller Flexner LLP.
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- Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Matthew W. Edwards: Matthew W. Edwards is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Matthew has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boies Schiller Flexner LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice focus
Matthew W. Edwards represents clients in Washington, District of Columbia across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Matthew W. Edwards
Matthew W. Edwards focuses on high-stakes matrimonial cases involving complex financial arrangements, family-owned or closely held businesses, and complex custody matters. In addition to legal analysis, Matt routinely works with forensic accountants, valuation experts, certified financial planners, and professional therapists to provide a clear path to a quick and favorable resolution of his clients’ divorce and custody matters. When necessary, Matt is a tenacious courtroom and trial advocate.
Matt volunteers for the D.C. Bar Advice & Referral Clinic, where he advises pro se litigants on family law and domestic violence matters. Over the course of his career, Matt has devoted thousands of hours to pro bono work, including on behalf of the Greater Washington Community Foundation.
Matt currently serves as Chair of the Litigation Community of the D.C. Bar, and as a member of the D.C. Bar Rules of Professional Conduct Review Committee. He is also a member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.
Prior to joining Ain & Bank, Matt was a commercial litigator in the Washington, D.C. offices of Willkie, Farr & Gallagher LLP. While there, he focused on complex commercial and securities litigation on behalf of clients such as the General Electric Company, Facebook, Inc., and Big 4 accounting firms.
Matt is licensed to practice in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Credentials
Education
New York University
J.D. · 2008
University of Georgia
B.S. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
Virginia
2019 · ACTIVE
Maryland
2018 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
2010 · ACTIVE
New York
2009 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Locations
Office locations
Boies Schiller Flexner LLP
1401 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20005
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What areas of law does Matthew W. Edwards practice?
Matthew W. Edwards focuses on Family Law.
Where is Matthew W. Edwards located?
Matthew W. Edwards primarily serves clients in Washington, District of Columbia, with an office at 1401 New York Avenue, NW.
How experienced is Matthew W. Edwards?
Matthew W. Edwards has 17 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2009.
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