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Matthew E. Selmasska

Associate
Located in

Philadelphia, PA

“I am a dedicated advocate with a strong commitment to achieving the best results for my clients. I approach legal disputes thoroughly and am always willing to go to trial to deliver the best value.”

- Matthew E. Selmasska

“I am a dedicated advocate with a strong commitment to achieving the best results for my clients. I approach legal disputes thoroughly and am always willing to go to trial to deliver the best value.”

- Matthew E. Selmasska

Matt is an attorney in Obermayer’s Litigation Department, focusing his practice on Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Insurance, Professional Liability, and Appellate.

His passion for advocating on behalf of others inspired him to pursue a legal career. Growing up as the youngest of five siblings, he developed a strong appreciation for teamwork and is driven by a personal commitment to improve every day, striving to be 1% better than the day before.

Matt is dedicated to thoroughly investigating all relevant facts in legal disputes through the discovery process. His willingness to take cases to trial ensures that clients receive the maximum value and strategic advantage. He works closely with clients at every stage of a lawsuit, understanding their business needs to help them make informed decisions.

Outside of his legal practice, Matt is an American history enthusiast, particularly interested in the American Revolution and the Civil War. He is actively involved in his church, stays fit through weightlifting and CrossFit, and enjoys relaxing at the Delaware beaches.

Matt has experience in advocating for clients in and out of the courtroom in various areas of civil law. Some of his most notable cases include:

  • Successfully argued before a panel of the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, which affirmed a client’s successful motion to dismiss a commercial insurance dispute.
  • Sat second chair at a legal malpractice trial with potential seven-figure exposure.
  • Obtained a complete defense verdict in a Pennsylvania arbitration matter.
  • Presented on behalf of a major general contractor at a construction mediation before the American Arbitration Association

Matt’s professional affiliations include:

  • Philadelphia Bar Association
  • Professional Liability Defense Federation