Matthew W. "Matt" Stiles
About Matthew W. Stiles
Matthew W. Stiles is a lawyer based in Birmingham, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Matthew W. Stiles is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: The University of Alabama, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: Birmingham, AL
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