About Matthew T.
Matthew T. Schatz works in New York’s legal community and appears regularly in filings for both state and federal courts. He brings a steady, practical approach to the work. Colleagues describe him as methodical and detail-oriented in his preparation, and he handles written advocacy and court appearances as part of his day-to-day practice.
He earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and economics from Drew University in 2001. He then attended New York Law School and received his J.D. in 2004. His academic record placed him in the middle of his class while he built roots in Manhattan and began taking on clerkships and internships during law school that exposed him to trial-level practice and motion work.
After law school, Schatz entered private practice. He is an associate at Schwartz & Perry LLP, where he contributes to case strategy and client counseling. In that role he drafts pleadings, prepares discovery, and assists on hearings in both state and federal venues. He has represented clients in matters before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York and in New York state courts, handling tasks that range from pretrial motion practice to courtroom advocacy.
Schatz maintains membership in the New York State Bar and is admitted to practice in New York and before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. He participates in firm committees and has taken part in continuing legal education programs required by the bar. His professional activity reflects steady engagement with the procedural and substantive shifts that affect litigation in the region.
He divides his time between courtroom preparation, client meetings, and case research. He emphasizes clear written work and careful calendaring of deadlines. He is currently based at Schwartz & Perry LLP, where he represents clients in matters before New York state and federal courts and concentrates his practice on litigation and dispute resolution.
