Matthew Brian Hanna

Matthew Brian Hanna

Law Offices of Matthew Brian Hanna • Seattle, WA
Real EstatePersonal InjuryPrivate Equity

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Contact

Email
Phone
(206) 589-1705
Address
Cairncross & Hempelmann, Seattle, WA, 98104-2323, US

Professional

About

In my real estate practice, I represent local and national developers and lenders in all aspects of acquisition, development, financing, leasing, and disposition for multi-family residential, mixed-use, office, and retail projects - with a focus on creative, cost-efficient results. I create private equity and debt funds for private regional lenders and other real estate-related companies, and assist them on a range of financing transactions. As Cairncross & Hempelmann's Managing Partner, I'm responsible for the day-to-day management of the firm, and supervise administration, finances, technology, and business development. My deep passion for Seattle and city government led to my appointment by former Mayor Greg Nickels to the Pike Place Market Council, where I currently serve as chair. I am an identical twin (I credit this for my highly developed people-antenna) and lived in Paris for four years (still read French newspapers). Hemingway, with his clarity and mastery of language, will always be one of my favorite authors. And in a guilty pleasure sort of way, I am really enjoying the proliferation of micro-distilleries in the area.

About Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle legal matters involving property transactions, disputes, and development. They ensure smooth closings and protect clients' property rights. Common matters include property purchases, sales transactions, title disputes, landlord-tenant issues.

Credentials

Education
2002 Boston University School of Law (Editor-in-Chief, Boston University International Law Journal) JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude 1997 University of Cincinnati Master of Arts 1996 Universite de Paris IV - The Sorbonne, Paris, France Master of Arts, Highest Honors 1994 Seattle University BA - Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude
Languages
French | English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2019 Real Estate Law, Best Lawyers in America 2018 Ranked Band 3: Real Estate, Chambers USA 2018 Top Rated Real Estate Attorney in Seattle, WA, Super Lawyers Magazine 2017 Top Rated Real Estate Attorney in Seattle, WA, Super Lawyers Magazine 2017 Ranked Band 3: Real Estate, Chambers USA
Associations
2011 - Present NW Next Member 2006 - Present Washington State Bar Association Member 2006 - Present King County Bar Association Member 2002 - Present Urban Land Institute Member 2002 - Present Massachusetts State Bar Association Member
Speaking
2018 Multifamily Annual Conference Pacific Northwest Moderator: The Next Push! 2017 The Future of Downtown Seattle Moderator: The Challenges and the Promise of the Urban Explosion 2017 Public/Private Transactions: Pitfalls and Opportunities In the News Case Studies: Structures, Challenges and Outcomes: Washington State Convention Center Addition 2016 The Future of Downtown Moderator: Seattle’s Great Building Boom 2016 Seattle 2016 Forecast; Get the Lay of the Land for Seattle CRE Moderator, Commercial Real Estate Forecast
Updated: Mar 08, 2026