Jordan Matyas

Attorney Jordan Matyas (pronounced “matches”) founded 1818 to provide legal counsel and government relations services to individuals and businesses. His keen insights into business operations also benefit clients who need assistance with both routine and complex matters.

Jordan’s litigation practice focuses on plaintiff-side professional malpractice, specifically cases where attorneys, accountants, architects, and other professionals provided sub-par work and clients were financially harmed by their actions. Real estate, crypto, and financial litigation are also key focus areas of his litigation practice.

Many clients retain Jordan because of his expertise in financial and professional license defense, which is informed by his prior roles at the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).  While some IDFPR matters are relatively routine, others have the potential to significantly impact a client’s life and livelihood.

Whether a client requires help resolving a dispute or developing a solution to a particular business or legal issue, Jordan is dedicated to finding the best possible resolution while being mindful of the client’s overall goals and interests.

Jordan is also a registered State and City lobbyist and helps clients with government relations goals, legislative and policy concerns, and other public affairs opportunities. He works with clients who have existing government contracts and want to learn about the government procurement process.

As a lobbyist and lawyer, Jordan is uniquely qualified to help clients facing administrative law challenges. He assists clients with regulatory issues, enforcement actions, investigations, and other administrative law concerns at the state and local level.

The firm name, 1818, pays homage to the state where Jordan was born, grew up, and has lived most of his life. 1818 is significant as the year that the great State of Illinois was admitted to the Union.