Matthew Taghavi
Putting a name to the face
Matthew Taghavi
Currently serving as ‘Of Counsel’ at Sovereign PLLC, Matt focuses on the legal intricacies of transactional matters. Matt’s practice centers on guiding individuals, creatives, startups, and established businesses through complex legal landscapes related to intellectual property (with particular experience in trademarks), fundraising/securities, contract drafting/negotiations, employment, insurance, and more.
He has represented clients ranging from tech startups to Hollywood writers. Matt is a problem solver that looks to avoid overly bureaucratic processes and get deals done – having successfully negotiated numerous high-value deals, recently including a $500,000+ international touring contract for a high-profile artist represented by a Sovereign client.
Background
Prior to Sovereign PLLC, Matt lived in Washington D.C. and worked at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission where he focused on regulatory matters related to consumer goods, specifically IoT products. He also spent time in San Diego externing for the Honorable William Q. Hayes in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California, gaining valuable insight into the federal judicial process.
Matt earned his Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from Syracuse University College of Law, where he met managing attorney Rod Dorilas. The two became fast friends, and they now collaborate to provide a frictionless systematic approach for their clients. A member of the California State Bar, Matt enjoys playing tennis in his free time.
- California State Bar