Matthew Stauff believes the practice of law is a privilege that requires him to fight for those needing advocacy during life’s most trying times. He represents clients in divorce proceedings, child custody hearings, and defends those who have been wrongfully terminated from their jobs. During his nearly seven years with Legal Aid of North Carolina he developed extensive experience in family law, civil litigation, consumer protection, debt collection, landlord-tenant law, and unemployment benefits. While court is an option in many cases, Matthew believes that working matters out amicably through settlement leads towards a more cost-effective and efficient outcome.
Born and raised in New England, Matthew relocated to North Carolina following his wife to her hometown of Raleigh. He received his bachelor’s degree from Providence College majoring in English Literature. The next several years were spent in Boston before attending Roger Williams Law School in Rhode Island. After law school, he was in private practice spending time in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island courts. After relocating to the South, Matthew spent nearly seven years as a Staff Attorney at Legal Aid of North Carolina refining his litigation and analytic skills before opening Stauff, Gross & Privette, PLLC.
Matthew lives in North Raleigh with his wife, son, two dogs, two cats, and the myriad pack of critters his son brings into the house. He enjoys working in the yard (even though his efforts are not obvious), reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Practice areas
Representing clients in Divorce, Separation Agreements, Equitable Distribution, Child Custody, Child Support, Contempt, Relocation out of State, Motions to Modify, Visitation, Domestic Violence, and Grandparent's Rights
Representing clients in Divorce, Separation Agreements, Equitable Distribution, Child Custody, Child Support, Contempt, Visitation, and Domestic Violence.
Representing clients in Child Custody, Child Support, Contempt, Relocation out of State, Motions to Modify, Visitation, and Grandparent's Rights
Representing clients in uncontested divorces with no other issues on a flat fee.
Representing client with Wrongful Discharge, Employee Rights, Discrimination, and Retaliatory Discharge.
Representing client with Unpaid Wages, Wrongful Discharge, Employee Rights, Discrimination, Severance Package Negotiation, Employment Contract Negotiations and Unemployment Benefits.
Representing clients in Child Support, Contempt, and Motions to Modify
Representing client with Domestic Violence Protective Orders and Civil No-Contact Orders.
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NC | Active | 2007 | 12/17/2020 |
MA | Inactive | 2005 | 12/02/2020 |
RI | Inactive | 2005 | 01/08/2021 |
Legal answers | 137 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Stauff & Gross, PLLC | 2014 - Present |
Staff Attorney | Legal Aid Of North Carolina, Inc. | 2007 - 2014 |
Associate | Law Offices of Dilibero & Coloian | 2006 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Wake County Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
North Carolina Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
North Carolina Advocates for Justice | Member | 2007 - 2019 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Roger Williams University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2005 |
Providence College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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State Wide Legal Conference | Unemployment Insurance Law Practice | 2013 |
Rebalancing Justice: Supporting Victims | Civil Remedies after the 50B (DVPO) | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Equitable Distribution and Divorce | Settled |
Defending contempt | Contempt dismissed |
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Helen O'Shaughnessy, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 3, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is practical and solution oriented.
Steven Palme', Family Attorney on Dec 4, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Matt and I have worked together on cases and we've been on the opposite side of cases. He's a good attorney who works hard for his clients. I frequently refer cases to him and recommend him.
Nicholas Dowgul, Family Attorney on Dec 4, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matt is a very experienced attorney that is well versed in family law as well as employment law. I have a represented a client adverse to Matt's and found him to be a zealous advocate for those that entrust their case to his very capable hands.
Steven Palme', Family Attorney on Dec 4, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Matt and I have worked together on cases and we've been on the opposite side of cases. He's a good attorney who works hard for his clients. I frequently refer cases to him and recommend him.
Helen O'Shaughnessy, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 3, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is practical and solution oriented.
Nicholas Verna, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Jun 12, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I highly endorse Mr. Stauff. He walked me into court for the first time and taught me how to be a professional and zealous attorney in front of the Judge and other court personnel. I am the attorney I am today because of the lessons he taught me while I worked under him at Legal Aid for a year and a half.
Jordan Gross, Family Attorney on Aug 8, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with Matthew for 5 years and he is a great co-worker and partner. He is very knowledgeable about the law and is an excellent advocate for his clients. He works hard on all of his cases and his dedication is reflected in the outcomes.
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