Matthew Cavanaugh
About Matthew Cavanaugh
Matthew Cavanaugh is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2025. Matthew Cavanaugh is recognized in the following practice area:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Spencer Fane LLP
Education: University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 2021
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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