SEDA Experts Adds Capital Markets Veteran Matthew Sperling as Managing Director

Event summary

  • Matthew L. Sperling joins SEDA Experts as Managing Director on March 10, 2026.
  • Sperling brings over 20 years of experience in equity capital markets, investment banking, and corporate finance.
  • He has executed over 250 equity transactions totaling $97 billion, including Alibaba’s $25 billion IPO and Spotify’s direct listing.
  • Previously, Sperling was Managing Director and Head of North American Equity Advisory at Rothschild & Co.
  • He holds a J.D. from Yale Law School and an A.B. from Harvard College.

The big picture

SEDA Experts’ hiring of Matthew Sperling underscores the growing demand for specialized financial expertise in litigation and regulatory matters. The move comes as capital markets activity remains robust, with a focus on complex transactions such as IPOs, direct listings, and SPACs. Sperling’s extensive experience in high-profile deals positions SEDA Experts to better serve law firms and financial institutions navigating intricate financial disputes.

What we're watching

Capital Markets Expansion
How SEDA Experts will leverage Sperling’s expertise to expand its capital markets practice and attract more high-profile clients.
Competitive Positioning
Whether SEDA Experts can differentiate itself in the crowded expert witness market by focusing on complex equity transactions.
Strategic Alliances
The pace at which SEDA Experts forms new partnerships with investment banks and financial institutions to enhance its service offerings.