Matthew A. Kane
About Matthew A. Kane
Matthew A. Kane is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Matthew A. Kane is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Smith Kane LLP
Education: Boston College Law School, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Boston, MA
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