Matt is a Principal Lawyer at Johnson Legal specialising in environmental, planning, climate, energy and sustainability law.

Since his admission to the legal profession in 2013, he has practised law in Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales. Across his various roles in the public, private and non-profit sectors, he has advised on the environmental laws and policies of all Australian jurisdictions. He has assisted Ministers, Federal, State and local government, private companies, community groups and individuals. He holds master's degrees in law and public administration and undergraduate degrees in law and economics.

In 2022, he was named as Australian Young Environmental Lawyer of the Year by the Law Council of Australia and the Legal and Professional Category Winner of the 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australian Awards. In 2023, he was featured as one of Australia's 100 climate innovators as part of the Powerhouse Museum's 100 Climate Conversations program.

Passionate about community, he serves as a Board Member of Mental Health Carers NSW. He has previously led the National Environmental Law Association, Australian Law Students' Association and Out for Australia Victoria.