Matt Carlson
About Matt Carlson
Matt Carlson is a lawyer based in Madison, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Matt Carlson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Project Finance Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Carlson Black O'Callaghan & Battenberg LLP
Education: Boston University School of Law, J.D., graduated 1998
Location: Madison, WI
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