Matthew Hernandez is a native of Miami, Florida. A graduate of Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, with a minor in Entrepreneurship, from the University of Miami. Afterwards, Matthew received his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law.

During law school, Matthew was a member of the prestigious Yvette Ostolaza Trial Team and participated in the Litigation Skills Program, further developing his courtroom advocacy, litigation strategy, and trial preparation skills. Also during that time, he served as a federal judicial intern for the Honorable Adalberto Jordan of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, where he gained valuable experience in federal appellate litigation and worked on matters involving a broad range of legal issues, including complex contract disputes.

During law school, Matthew also served as a clerk at Ayala Law, P.A., working primarily on commercial litigation matters such as shareholder, real estate, and contract disputes. Following graduation, he joined the firm as an associate attorney, where he continues to represent clients in a wide range of business and commercial matters.

Matthew is actively involved in the South Florida community, supporting several civic and nonprofit organizations, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami and the Miami Canes Community, where he serves as Co-Vice President of the Strategic Engagement Committee. Outside of his professional and community commitments, Matthew enjoys playing tennis, cheering on his hometown Miami teams, and traveling.

• Business Litigation
• Real Estate Litigation

• 2026
  Juris Doctor, University of Miami School of Law, Miami, FL.
• 2022
  Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, University of Miami, FL.

• Florida Bar