Matthew A. "Matt" Woolf
About Matthew A. Woolf
Matthew A. Woolf is a lawyer based in New Orleans, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Matthew A. Woolf is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Insurance
Current Firm: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Education: Tulane University, J.D., graduated 2000
Location: New Orleans, LA
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