Matthew Spolsky

Associate

mspolsky@clarkhill.com

San Diego
+1 619.819.2499

Matthew (“Matt”) Spolsky, Esq., is a Real Estate Litigation Associate. With his background in commercial litigation, Matthew is better able to assist clients navigating complex real estate disputes. His commitment lies in comprehensively understanding each client’s individual requirements, allowing him to tailor strategies for optimal results.

Matthew has a growing practice in sports law, focusing on Name, Image, and Likeness (“NIL”) related work for collegiate athletes and the broader sports community. He advises athletes on the legal implications of NIL deals along with helping clients navigate the complexities of endorsement contracts, social media use, and brand partnerships. With the recent changes in the NCAA’s NIL policy, Matthew provides valuable guidance on how athletes can capitalize on their personal brand while ensuring compliance with NCAA rules and state regulations.

Active in the legal community, Matthew serves on the Executive Committee of the San Diego County Bar Association (SDCBA) Sports and Entertainment Law Section. He previously served on the Executive Committee of the New Lawyer’s Division where he published a number of articles including interviews of the San Diego judiciary.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D., Western State University College of Law, Irvine, California, 2018

B.A., University of California-Irvine, Irvine, California, 2014

Memberships

Sports Lawyers Association

CRE Finance Council (CREFC)

Association of Southern California Defense Counsel

San Diego County Bar Association

State Bar Licenses

California, New York

Court Admissions

U.S. District Ct., E.D. of California

U.S. District Ct., N.D. of California

U.S. District Ct., S.D. of California

U.S. District Ct., C.D. of California

Organizations

When not practicing law, Matthew enjoys fishing, cycling, and attending networking events in the community. Matt is also a Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout.

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