Matthew Jafari is an entertainment attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, whose practice focuses on music, entertainment, and related business matters. He represents artists, songwriters, producers, managers, and entertainment companies in a broad range of transactional matters, including recording and distribution agreements, producer agreements, publishing and catalog sale transactions, licensing, and other music-industry arrangements.

Matthew regularly advises clients on the negotiation and structuring of complex entertainment agreements, with a particular focus on protecting his clients’ economic interests while developing practical, business-minded solutions. His work frequently involves intellectual property rights, catalog transactions, contractual rights and obligations, and the various relationships among artists, record labels, publishers, producers, managers, and other industry participants.

 In addition to traditional transactional representation, Matthew works closely with clients and their business teams on the broader legal and strategic considerations surrounding their careers and entertainment ventures. He approaches each matter with an emphasis on clear communication, thoughtful negotiation, and solutions that align legal protections with the realities of the entertainment business.

Matthew earned his law degree from Belmont University College of Law and his undergraduate degree from Lipscomb University. He is licensed to practice law in Tennessee.