Matthew C. Susman

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Matthew C. Susman: Attorney with Cohen and Wolf, P.C.
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Matthew is a principal in Cohen and Wolf's Business & Corporate, Real Estate, Commercial Lending and Municipal Groups.

Matthew is a seasoned transactional attorney whose practice focuses primarily on commercial finance and real estate matters.

As counsel to financial institutions and borrowers in commercial lending transactions, Matthew often advises his clients on deal structure and helps quarterback the lending process from term sheet to closing. Over almost 35 years of practice, he has helped structure traditional and non-conventional financing transactions for both lenders and business owners, including the full range of asset-based and real estate secured loans, both direct and syndicated, with complex collateral structures.

A significant portion of Matthew’s practice is the representation of commercial real estate developers and other property owners. Whether advising his clients in acquiring or selling real estate, negotiating leases on behalf of landlord or tenant clients, or helping them close mortgage loan transactions, Matthew understands that each client is unique. He helps them realize their goals by understanding their business and priorities, and helps position each client to successfully gain strategic advantages in completing their transactions.

Matthew is actively involved in the representation of municipalities with respect to economic development and privatization projects. He also advises individuals and small business clients in matters concerning choice of entity, business formation and succession issues, and asset and stock purchases and sales.

Throughout his career, Matthew has been actively involved in supporting cultural and civic organizations in his community. He serves on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of both New Haven’s Shubert Theater and Goodwill of Southern Connecticut, and serves as a board member of WSHU Public Radio. He is also a member of the Executive Committee of the Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section of the Connecticut Bar Association, and is a member of the CBA’s Commercial Finance Section. He previously served on the boards of the New Haven Arts Council and the New Haven Ballet, and served as the Hamden, Connecticut representative to the Board of Directors of the South Central Connecticut Regional Economic Development Corporation.

CREDENTIALS

HONORS & AWARDS

Best Lawyers®, Real Estate, 2010-2020

Best Lawyers®, Banking & Finance, 2013-2020

Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Real Estate Law, 2017-2018

Martindale AV® Preeminent™ Rating

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Shubert Theater, Board of Directors and Executive Committee Member

Easter Seals Goodwill Industries, Board of Directors

WSHU Public Radio, Board of Directors

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Bar Association

Connecticut Bar Association

• Executive Committee Member of Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section

• Member of Commercial Finance Section

New Haven County Bar Association

• Executive Committee Membe
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Areas of Practice (4)

  • Commercial Lending
  • Business & Corporate
  • Real Estate
  • Municipal

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Columbia University, A.B., 1979
Law School Attended:
Fordham University, J.D., 1984
Year of First Admission:
1984
Admission:
1984, Connecticut; 1985, New York; 1986, Vermont
Birth Information:
New Haven, Connecticut, November 26, 1957
ISLN:
903308562

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (19 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/16/11 in Real Estate Development

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 02/04/11 in Secured Lending

    I have worked with Mr. Susman in matters involving very large credit facilities with complex collateralization. He has alsways demonstrated extensive knowledge inthe field ans well as the highest standards of practice.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 02/04/11 in Debt Finance

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 02/04/11 in Finance

    Matt is a professional and diligent attorney that represents his clients best interest in an unqualified manner.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 01/28/11 in Corporate Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/27/11 in Real Estate

    Mr. Sussman is knowledgeable, thorough and practical. A fine colleague.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Staff Lawyer on 01/27/11 in Real Estate Finance

    In my experience, Attorney Matthew Susman is a top notch lawyer who shows tremendous legal knowledge and judgment. When he is handling a file, I never have to worry that the matter is being handled competently and professionally.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/27/11 in Commercial Banking

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 01/27/11 in Commercial Loans

    Matt Susman is an extremely capable and thoughtful attorney. He and I have worked together on a number of loan transactions over the past 10 years. He has represented his client well and worked hard to resolve issues that have arisen.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/27/11 in Real Estate

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Video Call Options

  • Zoom

  • Teams

Contact Matthew C. Susman

Contact Information:

475-332-3285  Phone

www.cohenandwolf.com/team-matthew-susman

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