About Matthew Albert

Matthew Albert Coles practices law on the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco. He has been a member in good standing of the California State Bar since 1977. The company, located in San Francisco, makes a speciality of legal education and advocacy, contributing to the development of destiny attorneys. He earned his J.D. from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco in 1977. Prior to that, he finished his undergraduate studies at Yale University, the place he acquired a B.A.

in History in 1973. His instructional background laid a strong basis for his legal career, emphasizing crucial wondering and historic context in legal issues. Matthew has held various roles over the course of his career. He have become a school member at UC Law in 2016, sharing his in depth knowledge and knowledge with students. His previous positions consist of serving because the Deputy National Legal Director in 2010 and as a body of workers lawyer beginning in 1987. These roles have allowed him to engage with complex legal issues and contribute to meaningful legal advancements.

His practice areas consist of legal education, advocacy, and public coverage. Matthew has been involved in various legal stages, from legal proceedings to coverage formulation. He has additionally been licensed to several courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of San Francisco, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, all in 1977.

This breadth of experience enables him to navigate complicated legal fields effectively. In addition to his coaching and legal practice, Matthew serves at the Board of Directors for the Guttmacher Institute, a company targeted on advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights. His involvement in this organization helps his addressing critical social issues thru legal frameworks — Matthew's contributions prolong beyond the classroom, influencing policy and advocacy at a national degree. With decades of experience, Matthew Albert Coles continues to form the area of law through education and advocacy. His work at UC Law and his involvement with the Guttmacher Institute show his commitment to fostering an extra knowledgeable and equitable legal system. He remains a lively participant within the legal network, contributing to both the education of future lawyers and the advancement of essential legal issues.

Education

University of California College of the Law, San Francisco

J.D. (1977)

1974

Yale University

B.A. (1973) | History

1969

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Faculty has membership

UC Hastings College of the Law
2016

Deputy National Legal Director

American Civil Liberties Union
2010

Staff Lawyer

ACLU of Northern California
1987

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

Superior Court of California for the County of San Francisco State Trial Court · Admitted 1977
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 1977

Types of Cases Handled

legal education advocacy public policy

Legal Services Scope

Litigation Policy formulation

Professional Associations

Guttmacher Institute

has membership, Board of Directors 1999 - 2016

Office Locations

Main Office

 200 McAllister Street San Francisco CA 94102