Matthew J. Pavlides
Principal
1101 Wootton Parkway, Suite 700
Rockville, Maryland 20852
301-838-3213 direct
301-354-8113 fax
mpavlides@steinsperling.com
Practice Areas
Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation
A gifted commercial litigator, Matt Pavlides is driven by a desire to help clients in an efficient, responsible fashion “so they can get back to doing what they want to do with their lives.” Matt’s approach to practicing law is defined by his commitment to analyzing the big picture in order to fully understand each component of a case. He strives to place his clients in the best possible position, and keep them fully informed at each step of the way. He prides himself on his accessibility to his clients.
With broad-based experience in business disputes, complex commercial and construction litigation, Matt has worked with clients on matters ranging from large commercial matters to much smaller personal ones, settling disputes through mediation, arbitration, and litigation. He represents general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, engineering firms, and business owners in a wide range of construction-related projects. Matt understands the complexities of the construction industry, where many parties form their working relationships through a variety of intricate contracts.
Matt has broad experience in litigation as well as mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) matters in Maryland, D.C., Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, and other jurisdictions across the country. Most recently, Matt was called upon to represent a general contractor in defense of a multi-million dollar claim for construction deficiencies in Florida; a global privately held company’s chief executive officer in a shareholder litigation matter in the District of Columbia; and a local private company in a shareholder action and counterclaim in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Prior to joining Stein Sperling, Matt was Managing Partner of Miles and Stockbridge’s Rockville office, and served as co-chair of the firm’s 80-lawyer Commercial Litigation Group.
With broad-based experience in business disputes, complex commercial and construction litigation, Matt has worked with clients on matters ranging from large commercial matters to much smaller personal ones, settling disputes through mediation, arbitration, and litigation. He represents general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, engineering firms, and business owners in a wide range of construction-related projects. Matt understands the complexities of the construction industry, where many parties form their working relationships through a variety of intricate contracts.
Matt has broad experience in litigation as well as mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) matters in Maryland, D.C., Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, and other jurisdictions across the country. Most recently, Matt was called upon to represent a general contractor in defense of a multi-million dollar claim for construction deficiencies in Florida; a global privately held company’s chief executive officer in a shareholder litigation matter in the District of Columbia; and a local private company in a shareholder action and counterclaim in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Prior to joining Stein Sperling, Matt was Managing Partner of Miles and Stockbridge’s Rockville office, and served as co-chair of the firm’s 80-lawyer Commercial Litigation Group.
The College of William and Mary (B.A., 1986)
University of Florida College of Law (J.D., 1989)
University of Florida College of Law (J.D., 1989)
During his spare time, Matthew enjoys spending time with his family, paddle boarding and hiking.
Admissions & Certifications
Maryland
District of Columbia
Florida
South Carolina
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Memberships & Activities
Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland
Maryland State Bar Association
District of Columbia Bar Association
Florida State Bar Association
South Carolina Bar Association
American Bar Association
Honors & Awards
The Daily Record
Maryland Super Lawyer (2012-2023)
Admissions & Certifications
Maryland
District of Columbia
Florida
South Carolina
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Memberships & Activities
Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland
Maryland State Bar Association
District of Columbia Bar Association
Florida State Bar Association
South Carolina Bar Association
American Bar Association
- Commercial Litigation Division and Construction/Surety Division
Honors & Awards
The Daily Record
- Leader in Law (2023)
Maryland Super Lawyer (2012-2023)
- Top 100 Attorneys in Maryland (2019-2023)
- Top 100 Attorneys in Washington, D.C. (2019-2023)
- Smart Lawyer (2008)