Matthew advises and defends clients in matters relating to financial reporting, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance, and has been involved in some of the most significant financial and accounting matters of the last 20 years. Matthew’s clients say that “he is our trusted counsel due to his technical expertise and responsiveness.” (Chambers USA 2024)   He represents public companies, officers and directors, accounting firms, and others in SEC investigations and enforcement actions, private securities fraud suits, and other complex commercial litigation. He also conducts internal investigations concerning allegations of accounting fraud, alleged breaches of fiduciary duties, and alleged regulatory compliance failures. Matthew regularly advises audit committees on ethics and compliance matters and internal controls.

As the leader of Hunton’s Accounting Profession Defense practice, Matthew defends accountants in malpractice and fraud cases, and in regulatory investigations. He frequently advises accounting firms on the financial reporting process, professional standards, independence matters, and discussions with the SEC’s Office of Chief Accountant.  Matthew also co-leads Hunton’s Accounting Firm M&A practice. He has advised both private equity sponsors and accounting firms in connection with more than 70 alternative practice structure transactions.

Matthew is a former member and Chair of the Virginia Board of Accountancy.