Matthew W. Hoyt
Matt Hoyt focuses his practice on representing management clients in employment litigation and immigration matters. Matt's litigation experience has included successful jury trials, labor arbitrations, appellate proceedings before federal and state appellate courts, and administrative proceedings before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and state civil rights agencies. Matt also frequently counsels employers on compliance with workplace laws and regulations, such as the Family Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Matt's immigration experience includes successful advocacy on behalf of Fortune 500 companies, smaller local companies, and numerous individuals in employment-related immigration matters throughout the United States. He has prepared successful petitions for permanent residency (“green cards”) and a variety of temporary work visas (H-1B, H-2B, L-1, TN). In addition, Matt frequently counsels employers on I-9 and E-Verify compliance.
Matt is a member of the American, Ohio and Columbus Bar Associations, as well as the American Immigration Lawyers Association. He also serves as Vice President of the Board of Directors for Southeast, Inc., a nonprofit mental health and recovery organization.