Matthew Marcellino
About
Legal disputes rarely exist in isolation. Whether navigating a divorce, protecting a family business, or resolving a disagreement between business partners, the decisions made during a legal matter can have lasting personal and financial consequences. Matthew "Matt" Marcellino understands that effective legal representation requires more than knowing the law. It requires understanding what matters most to the client, providing honest advice, developing a thoughtful strategy, and finding a practical path forward.
As a founding partner of Marcellino Moore, PLLC, Matt represents individuals, families, business owners, and companies throughout North Carolina. His practice focuses equally on family law and business law, two areas that frequently intersect and benefit from his experience in both.
In his family law practice, Matt represents clients in a wide range of matters, including divorce, equitable distribution, alimony, child custody, child support, and related disputes. He understands that family law matters are often among the most personal and emotionally challenging experiences his clients will face, particularly when children, financial security, and important family relationships are at stake. Matt approaches each case with a focus on understanding his clients' individual circumstances, protecting their interests, and helping them navigate difficult decisions with confidence and clarity. His experience also extends to more financially complex divorce matters, including those involving business ownership interests, where his background in business law provides an additional perspective on the legal and financial issues involved.
Matt's business law practice includes advising entrepreneurs, business owners, and companies on entity formation, corporate governance, contracts, operating agreements, mergers and acquisitions, ownership disputes, and strategic business decisions. Whether helping establish a new company, negotiating an important agreement, or navigating a dispute, Matt focuses on protecting his clients' interests while remaining mindful of their broader business objectives.
Perhaps most importantly, Matt believes being a good attorney means being genuinely invested in helping people. He prides himself on being straightforward, accessible, and willing to have difficult conversations when necessary. He believes clients deserve honest assessments, realistic expectations, and a clear understanding of their options. He also understands that legal fees matter and that the most expensive approach is not necessarily the best one. While negotiation can often provide a more efficient and favorable path toward resolution, Matt is equally prepared to advocate firmly in court when circumstances require it. His goal is not simply to pursue a legal victory, but to help clients make informed decisions and achieve meaningful results that serve their long-term interests. Simply put, Matt believes his job is to help clients solve problems, not create more of them.
Matt has practiced law in North Carolina since 2007 and has received recognition from Business North Carolina's Legal Elite and Super Lawyers, including induction into the 2026 Business North Carolina Legal Elite Hall of Fame. As a founding partner, he also plays an active role in the firm's leadership, growth, and commitment to exceptional client service.
Outside the office, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, coaching youth sports, playing golf, following college football, listening to music, and enjoying the outdoors.
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Business Law
Education
- Tulane University Law School — New Orleans, Louisiana
- Cambridge University – Law — Cambridge, England
- The College of Charleston — Charleston, South Carolina
Bar Admissions
- North Carolina, 2007
- Mecklenburg County Bar, 2007
- U.S. District Court Western District of North Carolina, 2007
- U.S. District Court Middle District of North Carolina, 2007
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of North Carolina, 2007
Awards
- 2026 Business NC Legal Elite – Hall of Fame
- Business NC Legal Elite – #1 Young Gun in the State – 2018
- Business NC Legal Elite – Young Guns – 2017
- Business NC Legal Elite – Family Law – 2017, 2018
- Business NC Legal Elite – Business Law – 2018, 2019
- Business NC Legal Elite Corporate Law 2023
- Super Lawyers Rising Star – 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
- Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Member of the Mecklenburg County Bar Leadership Institute – Class of 2016