Matthew Akers

Matthew S. Akers is a attorney of McCarthy & Akers, where he provides strategic legal counsel in real estate, estate planning, corporate law, and zoning, planning, and land use. With a deep understanding of complex legal frameworks, he helps businesses, individuals, and communities navigate critical legal matters with clarity and confidence.

Mr. Akers earned his Juris Doctor from Ave Maria School of Law, where he served as Executive Solicitations Editor of the Ave Maria Law Review. Following law school, he had the distinct honor of clerking for the Honorable James L. Ryan of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Christendom College, where he majored in Philosophy with minors in Economics and Theology.

His legal and public service experience extends to the highest levels of government, having worked for both the White House and the Office of the Deputy Attorney General at the U.S. Department of Justice. These roles provided him with invaluable insight into federal law, policy, and governance, shaping his ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges.

A seasoned litigator and legal strategist, Mr. Akers is admitted to practice in Virginia, West Virginia, along with various federal district and bankruptcy courts throughout the country.

Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Akers is a dedicated entrepreneur and problem-solver. He owns and operates a prestigious, award-winning winery, known for its commitment to excellence in craftsmanship and sustainability. His expertise in land use, zoning, and business development gives him a unique perspective in both the legal and entrepreneurial worlds, allowing him to guide businesses with firsthand experience in growing and managing successful enterprises.

With a passion for coaching, business growth, and helping others accomplish what once seemed beyond their reach, Mr. Akers thrives at the intersection of law, entrepreneurship, and community impact—whether advocating in the courtroom, leading in the boardroom, guiding clients through complex legal challenges, or cultivating both businesses with vision and care.

Areas of Practice

• Corporate, Real Estate, Zoning, Planning
• Land Use
• Estate Planning
• Civil Litigation
• Appellate Law
• Zoning

Admitted

• Virginia
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
• U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
• U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
• U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Virginia
• West Virginia and U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia

Education

• Ave Maria School of Law, Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, 2007
• Christendom College, Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, 2003

Affiliations

• Virginia State Bar Member
• Warren County Bar Association Member
• Winchester/Frederick County Bar Association Member
• West Virginia State Bar Member

Civic Involvement

Government Experience

• Town Attorney – Mount Jackson, VA

Charitable and Non-Profit Experience

• Vice President and Board Member – New Eve Maternity Home, Winchester, VA
• Finance Committee Chair – St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Front Royal, VA
• Board Member – Adult Care Center of the Northern Shenandoah Valley
• Board Member – Christendom Board of Directors
• Board Member – Istituto del Sacro Cuore
• Board Member – The Village at Orchard Ridge