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Matthew Edward Williamson

Overview

Practice Areas
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  • 51% Bankruptcy / Debt
    16 years
  • 29% DUI / DWI
    16 years
  • 20% Personal Injury
    16 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information
  • Law Offices of Matthew E. Williamson
    490 Calle Principal
    Monterey, CA 93940
    Office: 831-657-0100
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  • Law Offices of Matthew E. Williamson
    343 Soquel Ave, Suite 407
    Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Office: 831-824-4357
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  • Law Offices Matthew E. Williamson
    306 Capitol
    Salinas, CA 93901
    Office: 831-269-3770
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Languages Spoken
  • English

About Me

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Besides being a legal nerd (I've been full time in the law since 1989, when I decided it is what I loved) and read just about everything out there, I've also... more

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Client Reviews

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5.0 star rating 6 reviews
5 star rating

“Thank you for your competent expertise and professionalism.”

Posted by: David C., 2011-12-15 about 1 month ago.

Client Review: You helped us immensely. Thank you for your competent expertise and professionalism during this most challenging year of our lives. We strongly... more
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“Very Effective and Personable Consel”

Posted by: Leann, 2011-09-09 5 months ago.

Client Review: I called Mr. Williamson's practice and he called me back within ten minutes, as his staff promised. He was personable, well-informed and answered my... more
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Peer Endorsements

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Maria J Amaya

I have known Matthew for approximately 20 years. Without doubt, he is the single most influential individual in my career. It has been a privilege... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Maria Amaya , Chico (CA), 3 months ago
Chea Berra

I have known Matthew since I became an attorney 13 years ago. He was an incredible mentor. I worked as an associate in his law firm for two years.... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Chea Berra , Santa Cruz (CA), 5 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

15 years since Matthew Edward Williamson was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1996 11/09/2011
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Instructor - Legal Writing & Research at University of California Santa Cruz 1999–1999
Owner, Paralegal at Access Legal Self-Help 1992–1994
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
Monterey COL Law JD - Juris Doctor 1996
California St Univ Chico Pre-Law / Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts 1992

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Moot Court Champion California State University Chico 1992

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys 2009-present
Attorney Eastern District of California Federal Court 1996-present
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Portfolio

Contribution
Reputation Level 15
Answers: 1,107 Legal Answers
13 Best Answers
369 Answers marked as good
Guides: 4 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Citation Showdown: A Head to Head Look at Key Cite, Shepard's Citations & Global Cite Law Office Computing 2000
Various Articles Over a Multi-Month Period Law Office Computing 1997

Speaking Engagements
Presentation Name Conference Date
IRS Dispute Resolution Outcome Oriented Lawyer Series (For Lawyers and CPAs Only) 2011
Bankruptcy for Business Owners Myths and Realities of Bankruptcy for Business Owners 2011
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