Matthew Forrest

Matthew’s focus is on fixing the wrongs of the world. He fights for justice for all. He is known for his ability to problem solve the real issues of the day and then use the law to successfully fix his client’s issue – knowing the overall goal is justice for all. He has tried hundreds of cases to juries, judges, arbitrators, and magistrates. He also knows the value of mediation to resolve the conflict of the day. With over 20 years of litigation experience in Connecticut Superior, Appellate, and Supreme Court, Matthew has been up to the challenge whether the case is easy or whether he has had to change the law to serve justice for his clients.

Whether it is a contractual matter, property matter, injury, or a large malpractice case, Matthew strives to provide his clients with superior legal service and excellent customer service. The client is never left in the dark as to what is going on with their individual concerns. Matthew worked with individuals and corporations to create new law in the area of property diminished value claims, is published in the area of loss of right to use claims, and basically “wrote the book” property lost time claims.

Matthew also has volunteered for his Wethersfield community for over 20 years in its effort to redefine its energy policy, protect its history, and revitalize its economy. He currently serves as Wethersfield’s Deputy Mayor. You will also find him coaching baseball and ice hockey on the local kids sports teams.

Bar Admissions:

• United States Supreme Court, 2023
• United States District Court, 2003
• New York, 2003
• Connecticut, 2002

Education:

• Matthew completed his studies at Brandeis University in Waltham, MA in Economics and Finance;
• Nottingham University, Nottingham, England in International Economics/finance;
• Roger Williams University School Of Law in Bristol, Rhode Island;
• University College London School Of Law, London, England;
• Universidade Catolica Portuguesa School of Law in Lisbon, Portugal in Electronic Commerce, Information Policy and Law, Unfair Competition and Social Communication.

PAST AND PRESENT PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND LICENSES:

• Member of the Connecticut Bar
• Member of the New York Bar
• Member of the United States District Court (Connecticut)
• Member of the United States Supreme Court Bar
• Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
• Oliver Ellsworth Inn of Court
• Inns of Court, Two Grays Inn, London, England
• Rhode Island Committee on Foreign Relations
• Fellow of the Government, Public Interest Law Society
• Association of Public Interest Law
• Member of the Justinian Law Society

DIRECTOR/COMMUNITY/GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE:

• 6 Term Councilman, Deputy Mayor for the Town of Wethersfield
• Board Member, Wethersfield Board of Education
• Governor/Director, Governing Board, The Wethersfield Historical Society
• Chair, Wethersfield Green Summit Committee
• Vice-Chair, Wethersfield Energy Committee
• Presiding Judge for the Intercollegiate Mock Trial Competition in CT and RI
• Director, Board of Directors, Riverfront Recapture, Inc.
• Director, Board of Directors, Tri-Town YMCA
• Trustee/Director – The Fairway Trust, Palm Beach Florida Real Estate Trust