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M. Zane Johnson
also known as Matthew Zane Johnson
About M. Zane
Biography
As the Managing Attorney of MZA Legal, I help self-funded entrepreneurs build a solid foundation for growth. From forming LLCs, to drafting and reviewing contracts, to filing trademark applications, I'm here to provide the clarity and piece of mind that you need to move forward with confidence. To learn how MZA Legal can help you, please schedule a 10 minute discovey call on our website.
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Licensed in New Jersey for 9 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 9 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Location
MZA Legal
-, Philadelphia, PA, 19150
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Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Starting an LLC
Zane was extremely helpful and was able to expedite the time of forming my LLC formed in PA. It only took 1 day which I needed because I had an immediate potential client. I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Todd | March 28, 2022 | Business
Best in the business
MZA helped me to open my first business and made sure I had all the resources I needed. MZA was able to answer all of my questions I had and eased all of my concerns. My first stop when I have a question and will recommend every time.
Posted by Alex | June 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Great Resource for my business
M. Zane + Associates provided great insight, fast responses and quality results. I had questions about expanding my existing LLC and Zane was able to explain my options and provide a high value solution catered to my business needs. I was able to learn a lot about running my business and look forward...
M. Zane Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matthew is an accomplished attorney. He is intelligent, compassionate and very responsive to his clients. He is an effective advocate for his clients. I have known Matthew for approximately ten years and I endorse this lawyer."
Experience
Work Experience
2017 - 2019
Managing Attorney, Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity
Associations
2020 - Present
SCORE PhiladelphiaMentor
2018 - 2020
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationYLD Zone 1 Co-Chair
2018 - 2020
Good Shepherd Meditation ProgramMediator
Education
2016
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2022
Online Webinar
Developing a Fixed Fee Pricing Strategy: The Do's and Don'ts
2022
2022
ABA Techshow 2022
Managing Change Through Uncertainty
2021
2020
SCORE Workshop
Keeping Yourself Legal
2019
SKMC Humanism in Medicine Conference
Off the Record: Addressing the Stigma of Criminal Records
2019
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Webinar
Expungement: A Second Chance
2019
Conference of County Bar Leaders
Exploring New Paths: Community Projects to Engage Your Entire Membership
2019
American Enterprise Institute Eastern Regional Policy Summit
Law and Public Policy: Criminal Records
Publications
2022
Self-Published
Keeping Your Business Legal Checklist
2021
Self-Published
MZA Legal Guide to Opening a Business Bank Account
2018
The Legal Intelligencer
What Does It Take to Get a Real Clean Slate
2016
Sheller Center for Social Justice
Proposed Solutions for Improving the Experience of Returning Citizens with the Philadelphia Traffic Division
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
I want to get a m1 off my record that happened in 1999?
18 Nov 2025
Q&A
Do you have to live in Pennsylvania to get the clean slate approved?
09 Sep 2025
Q&A
I wanna get my record expunged so I can get into Canada and marry my best 5 year exclusive girlfriend ?
17 Aug 2025