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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

USA 2026

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Practice Areas

Matthew Kelly is a Partner in Simpson Thacher’s Litigation Department, Head of the Firm’s AI Practice and a member of the Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice. Matt represents clients in AI, cyber and other technology-driven matters across the business lifecycle, including in connection with strategic transactions and investments, product development, commercial disputes, regulatory compliance initiatives, government and internal investigations, as well as AI and cybersecurity incident response.

Matt has worked with dozens of clients to design and implement effective, durable AI and model governance frameworks that meet stakeholder needs and satisfy regulatory obligations. He provides briefings and training on AI, cybersecurity and technology matters for boards of directors, board committees and executive leaders. He has represented clients in AI, cyber and data-driven matters before the U.S. DOJ, FTC, the SEC, the CFTC, FINRA, the New York Attorney General’s Office, the California Attorney General’s Office and the New York Department of Financial Services.

Professional Memberships

New York Bar

Personal

J.D., Harvard Law School, 2009; B.A., Wesleyan University, 2005

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Artificial Intelligence - USA - Nationwide

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Matthew Kelly garners respect for his strength in advising public companies across sectors such as financial services on AI governance and compliance.

Privacy & Data Security: Cybersecurity - USA - Nationwide

Up-and-coming Individual
Up and Coming

Individual Editorial
Matthew Kelly has notable strength in advising clients on the SEC's new cybersecurity rule, among other issues. He is also adept at assisting with complex AI-related matters.

Strengths

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  • Matthew Kelly is a valuable resource for our company on artificial intelligence matters.

    Artificial IntelligenceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Matt is super sharp, I trust him to think pragmatically about emerging legal issues in AI and to be fully up to speed on the latest technology developments.

    Artificial IntelligenceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Matthew is an amazing partner, I value his partnership and appreciate his awareness, advice and attentiveness.

    Artificial IntelligenceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Matthew has deep subject matter expert on legal issues around data.

    Artificial IntelligenceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Matthew is very practical and helps us understand risk and areas where we should spend time.

    Artificial IntelligenceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Matthew always provides holistic advice.

    Privacy & Data Security: CybersecurityChambers Guide to the USA

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