Matthew S. Olesh

Matt Olesh is a partner in Obermayer’s Litigation Department. While Matt’s litigation experience spans the gamut of clients, subjects and size, he focuses on high-stakes, complex commercial disputes – “bet the company” litigation. His work has ranged from representing companies and their directors/officers in contractual disputes to defeating injunctions of multi-million dollar transactions and projects to defending against consumer class-action lawsuits.

Matt’s approach to litigation is a holistic one – the legal issues with which he works are always part of a larger picture. He strives to thoroughly understand his clients’ business and strategic situation, and serves as both an advocate and a trusted advisor. His goal is to simultaneously resolve the immediate dispute and anticipate and avoid future issues. He excels at assembling the varying pieces of a strategic puzzle and arriving at a workable, cost-effective solution.

An essential element of Matt’s practice is service. Whether a client is a large corporate entity, small business or an individual, Matt emphasizes accessibility, responsiveness and careful listening as essential tools for a good attorney. While results are critical, they’re not alone sufficient – ongoing, attentive and professional service is also necessary.

Matt strongly believes in the importance and value of pro bono work. He routinely volunteers his time with a number of legal service organizations in Philadelphia to help those in need of assistance. Beyond pro bono, Matt also works in his spare time to give back to his neighborhood, the legal community, and the City of Philadelphia. He can often be found volunteering at his son’s neighborhood public school and has served as part of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s leadership since 2016.

To unwind, Matt can be found having a catch with his son or relaxing with his wife on the stoop of his Philadelphia rowhouse with a drink and good music. He enjoys all types of craft beer and whiskey, and has curated whiskey and beer tastings. He also loves exploring the City’s ever-changing food scene with his family.