Matthew C. Solomon
About Matthew C. Solomon
Matthew C. Solomon is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Matthew C. Solomon is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1999
Location: Washington, DC
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