About Matthew
Matthew Barison is an attorney admitted to practice in both Massachusetts and New York. He has built a practice that spans state lines and professional communities. Colleagues describe him as steady and deliberate in court and at the negotiating table. He balances practical casework with service to the bar.
Barison completed his undergraduate studies at Trinity College, earning a B.A. in 2004. He went on to attend Tulane University School of Law, receiving his J.D. in 2011. Those years framed his transition from a broad liberal arts background into a legal career. The combination of a New England undergraduate experience and a law degree from New Orleans gives him a varied academic perspective.
After law school he began work as a practicing lawyer. He is admitted to the bars of Massachusetts and New York, which allows him to take on matters in both jurisdictions. Over time he has taken cases that require attention to differing state rules and procedures. He approaches that complexity with an emphasis on careful preparation and clear client communication.
Outside of his client work, Barison has been active in professional organizations. Since 2020 he has served on the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts LGBTQ Bar Association. In that role he participates in governance and supports the association’s efforts to connect lawyers and law students across the state. The board position is a visible extension of his engagement with the legal community and with issues that affect lawyers and clients alike.
Peers note that Barison brings a practical sensibility to legal problems. He structures matters so clients understand tradeoffs. He prefers plain explanations over jargon. That approach shapes how he manages discovery, prepares witnesses and negotiates settlements. He adapts strategies to different court systems, reflecting the demands of practice in both Massachusetts and New York.
Barison’s career to date weaves day-to-day litigation and transactional work with organizational involvement. He continues to participate in bar activities while handling client matters across jurisdictions. He maintains a practice representing clients in Massachusetts and New York.
