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Matthew Arlen Cole

Jacobs Law Group, PC | Jacobs Law Group, P.C. • Philadelphia, PA
Commercial Real EstateCorporate GovernanceGeneral PracticePersonal InjuryReal Estate

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Contact

Email
Phone
(855) 724-1084
Address
2005 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103-7035, US

Professional

About

Matthew Arlen Cole is the Chair of the Corporate Department at Jacobs Law Group, P.C., where he has been a pivotal figure since 2008. With nearly two decades of experience in corporate governance, securities, and commercial real estate law, Mr. Cole has established himself as a trusted advisor in the legal community. He has served as securities counsel for a prominent New York Stock Exchange-listed company, providing invaluable insights into complex regulatory frameworks. Prior to his tenure at Jacobs Law Group, Mr. Cole honed his expertise as counsel and associate at several distinguished boutique law firms in New York City, in addition to operating his own legal practice. He earned his Juris Doctor from Temple University School of Law and holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania. Mr. Cole's practice encompasses a wide range of legal services, including providing general legal advice for startups and small businesses, facilitating venture capital and private placements, and negotiating technology and commercial contracts. He is adept in mergers and acquisitions, financing arrangements, and commercial real estate transactions, representing both landlords and tenants. Additionally, Mr. Cole specializes in addressing business owner disputes, often referred to as "business divorces," where he assists clients in structuring buy-outs, spin-offs, and other critical transactions. His comprehensive understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance further enhances his ability to serve clients effectively.

About Commercial Real Estate Law

Commercial real estate attorneys handle legal matters involving business properties including purchases, leases, development, and financing. Common matters include commercial purchases, lease negotiations, property development, zoning.

Credentials

Education
1993 Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law JD 1987 University of Pennsylvania BA
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Publications
2011 LexisNexis Publication Contributor to "Skills and Values: Contracts" 2008 Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) Dissolution--Be Careful What You Wish For
Associations
2015 - Present Alliance Française of Philadelphia Board of Directors 2011 - Present Jevs Human Services Corporate Partners Council 2012 - 2012 Center for Literacy Education Committee 2007 - 2010 Philadelphia Bar Association, Business Law Section Chairman of Business Organizations Committee
Speaking
2015 Handling the Sale of a Business Mergers and Acquisitions 2014 Guest Lecturer Proxy Statements, Executive Compensation Issues and Securities Regulation 2013 Pennsylvania Bar Institute Seminar "Business Divorce" 2013 Guest Lecturer Proxy Statements, Executive Compensation Issues and Securities Regulation 2012 Guest Lecturer Proxy Statements, Executive Compensation Issues and Securities Regulation
Updated: Mar 25, 2026