Matthew H. "Matt" Benson

Matthew H. "Matt" Benson

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010
Awarded Practice Areas
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law Corporate Law Technology Law Venture Capital Law
Awarded Practice Areas
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law Corporate Law Technology Law Venture Capital Law
Works at
Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA

34 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Matt is a Shareholder in the Corporate Department at Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA in Manchester, New Hampshire. He advises businesses and entrepreneurs on a wide range of legal and strategic matters affecting privately held companies. Matt works with clients across multiple industries and stages of growth, from early-stage start-ups to established companies planning for expansion, investment, or transition.

His practice focuses on Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Technology Law, and Venture Capital Law. Matt regularly counsels founders, owners, and management teams on entity formation, governance, shareholder and ownership arrangements, and business planning. He also assists companies in raising capital through angel investments, venture capital transactions, and other debt and equity financing structures.

Matt frequently works with technology-driven businesses on legal matters related to software licensing, intellectual property licensing, website development, and commercial agreements. He helps clients structure and negotiate contracts that support growth while addressing operational and regulatory considerations.

In addition, Matt represents physicians, dentists, and other healthcare professionals on business and transactional matters. His work includes advising on ownership structures, the purchase and sale of medical and dental practices, and the negotiation of employment and affiliation agreements with hospitals and healthcare organizations.

Before joining Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA, Matt practiced with Cook Little. He continues to work closely with entrepreneurs and privately held businesses throughout Manchester, New Hampshire and the surrounding region.

Works at
Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA

34 Best Lawyers awards

Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA logo

Locations

Education

  • Boston College Law School, J.D., graduated 1996
  • Boston College Law School, MBA, graduated 1996
  • Brandeis University, BA, graduated 1992

Bar Admissions

  • New Hampshire, New Hampshire Bar Association

Affiliations

  • New Hampshire Charitable Foundation - Manchester Area Advisory Board
  • New Hampshire High Tech Council - Board Member
  • New Hampshire High Tech Council - Entrepreneurs Forum Committee Co-Chair

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Corporate Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2022 - Corporate Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2020 - Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Corporate Law, Manchester (2024)
  • Corporate Law, Manchester (2022)
  • Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Manchester (2020)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Technology Law
  • Venture Capital Law
Special Focus:
  • Technology
Awards:
  • New England Super Lawyers®, Business/Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Securities and Corporate Finance

  • Chambers USA, Corporate/Commercial

  • Martindale Hubbell, AV Peer Review Rated

  • NH Magazine 2024 Top Lawyer, Corporate Law

  • Legal 500 New England Elite, Corporate and M&A

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