Biography
Matthew Carder is an associate in RCCB’s Corporate & Business Group, where he supports clients on a range of business and transactional matters. His work includes assisting with entity formation, corporate governance, contract drafting and review, mergers and acquisitions, tax-related business planning, and other general corporate matters.
Matthew brings a strong foundation in corporate, tax, and commercial law, along with an accounting background that informs his practical approach to client service. Before joining RCCB, Matthew worked in international tax at a Big Four accounting and professional services firm, where he developed experience advising on tax and business issues involving companies across a range of industries.
Insights
My Greatest Strengths
- Providing objective analysis.
- Understanding both sides of a dispute to reach common ground and finalize a deal.
- Explaining complex legal issues in a manner that is understandable and engaging.
I WANT YOU TO KNOW
- I started my career at KPMG in its international tax department.
- Prior to law school, I worked at a hedge accounting firm drafting agreements for internal stakeholders.
- For three semesters in law school, I worked at Penn State Law's Entrepreneur Assistance Clinic providing advice to startup companies.
WHAT MAKES ME UNIQUELY ME
- Prior to moving to Pennsylvania, I was a youth soccer coach in Salt Lake City.
- I love to ski when I am able.
- I am unapologetically an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
Focus
Practice Focus
- Corporate & Business Transactions
- Entity Formation, Structuring & Governance
- Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation
- Mergers & Acquisitions Support
- Tax-Informed Business Planning
- General Corporate Counseling
Practice Areas
Education
J.D., cum laude, Penn State Law, 2025
- Penn State Law Review, Comments Editor
University of Utah, B.S., 2021
