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Mathew A. Work | Founder & Equity Partner
Attorney Mathew Work is a Nevada trial lawyer, legal scholar, and community leader based in Reno, Nevada. As the founding partner of Carlson & Work, Mathew built the firm on a mission to make legal services more approachable, responsive, and effective for clients facing life-altering legal challenges.
Mathew’s career spans high-stakes litigation and public service. After serving as a criminal prosecutor for the City of Reno, where he litigated numerous cases to verdict, Mathew launched his own firm and quickly earned a reputation for tough courtroom advocacy and client-focused service.
He’s been recognized for his legal excellence by multiple national legal organizations, including:
His deep knowledge of litigation strategy and trial advocacy continues to drive major wins for his clients in Reno and throughout Nevada.
Raised in Henderson, Nevada, Mathew comes from a working-class background. He was raised by his single mother and grandparents — an upbringing that shaped his work ethic, resilience, and drive to fight for others.
After passing the Nevada Bar Exam on his first attempt, Mathew launched into trial work as a city prosecutor.
Before focusing exclusively on civil litigation, Mathew served as outside General Counsel to PSR, the nation’s largest NFL agency. In this role, he negotiated contracts for elite NFL coaches, executives, and personnel — giving him a rare edge in complex negotiations, dispute resolution, and high-pressure legal strategy — a foundation that still powers his success in litigation today.
Mathew currently serves as:
He also shares his knowledge as a professor of law and advisor to political leadership throughout Nevada.
Mathew is a devoted husband to Kalie Work, a respected elected official in Washoe County, and a proud father to their daughter, Kennedy. Outside of work, Mathew enjoys exploring Nevada’s outdoors, mentoring law students, and investing in causes that improve access to justice across Northern Nevada.
If you need legal respresentation, Attorney Mathew Work is ready to help you pursue justice and full financial recovery. With proven trial experience and a commitment to client advocacy, he brings unmatched dedication to every case.
Please call our Reno office at 775-386-2226 or submit the information below to schedule a consultation. We look forward to helping as soon as possible.
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