Thomas Matthew J is a legal practice specializing in municipal law, tax title, and real estate matters, serving clients throughout the Greater New Bedford area. With over 25 years of experience, the firm is distinguished by its commitment to providing high-quality legal services and zealous representation at a reasonable cost, ensuring clients fully understand how the law applies to their specific situations.
The firm’s approach is rooted in deep expertise and active engagement with municipal governance, demonstrated through regular presentations to assessors’ associations and involvement in significant municipal agreements. Attorney Matthew J. Thomas is a trusted advisor to municipalities, assessors, and businesses, particularly in matters involving tax incentives, energy projects, and property taxation. The practice is especially skilled in navigating recent legislative changes and negotiating complex agreements such as PILOTs and TIFs.
Services Offered
- Municipal Law
- Municipal Tax Title & Municipal Finance Law Services
- Municipal Taxation
- Real Estate Law
- Tax Foreclosure
- Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) Agreement Drafting and Negotiation
- Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Agreements
- Personal Property Taxation
- Solar Facility Taxation
- Legal Primers and Educational Presentations
The firm primarily serves municipalities, assessors, tax collectors, treasurers, and businesses involved in energy or real estate development throughout Massachusetts, with a focus on Bristol and Barnstable Counties. Attorney Thomas is a frequent presenter for professional associations including the Massachusetts Association of Assessing Officers and various county assessors’ groups, reflecting his standing as an authority in municipal taxation and finance law.
