Matt J. Farley
About Matt J. Farley
Matt J. Farley is a lawyer based in New Orleans, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Matt J. Farley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: Krebs Farley
Education: Tulane University, J.D., cum laude, Order of the Coif, graduated 1977 and Tulane University, B.A., summa cum laude, graduated 1974
Location: New Orleans, LA
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