Matthew Boxer
About Matthew Boxer
Matthew Boxer is a Partner at Lowenstein Sandler LLP, where he chairs the Corporate Investigations and Integrity Practice. He has a background in public service, having served as New Jersey State Comptroller and as an Assistant United States Attorney.
Current Role at Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Matthew Boxer serves as a Partner and Chair of the Corporate Investigations and Integrity Practice at Lowenstein Sandler LLP. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the firm's focus on corporate governance and compliance. His extensive legal background informs his leadership in handling complex investigations and integrity issues for corporate clients.
Previous Experience at United States Attorney's Office
Matthew Boxer worked at the United States Attorney's Office as an Assistant United States Attorney from 2001 to 2006. During his tenure, he served in various divisions, including the terrorism unit, the criminal division, and the special prosecutions division. His experience in federal prosecution provided him with a strong foundation in criminal law and litigation.
Legal Career at Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Before his current role, Matthew Boxer was an Associate at Lowenstein Sandler LLP from 1997 to 2001. During this time, he focused on litigating criminal and complex civil cases, particularly in the area of securities fraud. His early work at the firm established his expertise in corporate law and litigation.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Boxer earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Columbia Law School, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Politics from Princeton University, studying from 1988 to 1992. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his legal practice and public service.
Role as New Jersey State Comptroller
Matthew Boxer served as the State Comptroller for New Jersey from 2008 to 2014. In this role, he directed the New Jersey state Authorities Unit, overseeing agencies such as the New Jersey Turnpike Authority and the Economic Development Authority. His tenure was marked by significant findings, including uncovering hundreds of millions of dollars in waste of taxpayer funds, and he played a key role in enacting multiple new remedial state laws.