Matthew Weingast
About Matthew Weingast
Matthew Weingast serves as the Vice President of Legal & Business Affairs at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp., where he has worked since 2022. He holds a Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Georgetown University Law Center and has extensive experience in legal roles at various prestigious organizations.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
Matthew Weingast serves as Vice President of Legal & Business Affairs at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. since 2022. In this role, he oversees legal and business matters, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and operational compliance. His experience in the legal field supports the organization’s objectives in the entertainment sector.
Previous Experience in Legal Affairs
Prior to his current position, Weingast held several roles at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp., including Senior Counsel, Legal & Business Affairs from 2021 to 2022, and Counsel, Legal & Business Affairs from 2018 to 2021. His background includes significant experience in legal affairs, particularly in the entertainment industry, which informs his current responsibilities.
Education and Legal Qualifications
Matthew Weingast earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Georgetown University Law Center, studying from 2012 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, from Rice University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal career.
Early Career and Internships
Weingast began his career with various internships, including a Risk Management Intern position with the Houston Astros in 2008 and a President's Office Intern role with the Houston Texans from 2009 to 2010. He also worked as a Summer Associate in Legal & Business Affairs at The Madison Square Garden Company in 2013 and at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in 2014, gaining valuable experience in the legal field.
Professional Development at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Matthew Weingast worked at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP from 2010 to 2018. His roles included Legal Practice Assistant in Intellectual Property, Associate in Intellectual Property & Technology Transactions, and Summer Associate. This experience equipped him with expertise in intellectual property law and technology transactions, which he applies in his current legal practice.