Matthew Coogan

Matthew Coogan is a legal professional with a diverse background in law and urban planning. He previously worked as a Real Estate Associate at DLA Piper from October 2019 to September 2023, spending 4 years with the firm in Boston, MA.1

Currently, Matthew holds the position of Associate Corporate Counsel - Offshore Legal at Vestas, a role he began in September 2023.1 He is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Education

Matthew has an impressive educational background:

• J.D. from Harvard Law School (2015-2019)
• Master in Urban Planning, specializing in Transportation and Infrastructure from Harvard University Graduate School of Design (2015-2019)
• A.B. cum laude in History of Art and Architecture and Philosophy from Harvard University (2007-2011)1

Professional Experience

Before his current role at Vestas and his time at DLA Piper, Matthew's career included:

• Legal Intern for Boston City Councilor Michelle Wu (January - May 2018)
• Staff Writer at Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates Inc (May 2012 - August 2015)
• Consultant at Johnston Marklee in Los Angeles (September 2014 - May 2015)
• Executive Assistant at NQH Architects Co. Ltd. in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (September 2011 - April 2012)1

This diverse experience spanning law, urban planning, and architecture has likely contributed to Matthew's expertise in real estate law and his current role in corporate counsel.