Matthew Stephen Reinaker

Matthew Stephen Reinaker

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 19 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills

6610 Monument Ave, Richmond, VA

About Matthew

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 225-225 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 19 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2006

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Location

Law Offices of Matthew Stephen Reinaker

6610 Monument Ave, Richmond, VA, 23226

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Matthew Stephen Reinaker's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

76 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Margaret | September 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Great work

Matthew did a great job for me planning my end of life concerns. He is thorough, careful and accommodating. The process was easy to go through and I now feel very safe,

Posted by Pamela Campen | August 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

WILL be Ready

Mr. Reinaker was very professional, but projected a caring and concerned attitude while guiding me through the terms and information needed for my will and other critical papers. He helped ensure my loved ones had everything they needed to prepare for any accidents, illness, or death in my future. ...Matt’s attention to details was excellent, therefore providing me with a level of comfort while addressing what will be a trying time for my family and me. Thank you Matt!!

Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Wills and Estate Planning

I highly recommend Matt for any estate and will planning. Matt completely understood my requests, made positive suggestions, and promptly prepared a draft for my review. Once I reviewed, the final will, Advanced Medical Directive, and Power of Attorney documents were prepared within days. Additio...nally, he makes house calls which is very convenient. Additionally, when he brought the documents for my signature, a notary came with him. Not only is he highly professional but a kind, thoughtful person.

Posted by Heidi | December 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Matthew made it all so easy!

My husband and I knew we needed to get our wills and advanced directives written, but to say we dragged our feet is an understatement. We just thought it would be so painful. When I met Matthew, he went through how easy the process would be, so I quickly engaged his services. He came to our house, le...d us through the documents in lay terms, and answered all of our questions thoughtfully. He sent us the drafts via email within the week, incorporated our changes in even less time, and then came to our house with a notary to have everything signed. It being quick and painless was great, but even better was Matthew is just a really nice guy. I felt extremely comfortable working with him through some of the most important documents we'll ever write in our lives. I happily recommend him to anyone for estate planning services.

Posted by Carole | September 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

A Move in the Right Direction

Having spent most of my life in Maryland, I recently relocated to the Richmond area, and needed to update my trust and health care directives to reflect the laws and legal procedures for Virginia. I also wanted to make a few changes to my will. While meeting with a bank representative, I ask if sh...e could recommend an attorney. She provided a list of about 6 or 7 lawyers. I chose Matt Reinaker from this list. While all appeared well-qualified, each having at least one particular specialty or notable skill, Matt’s background and experience encompassed what I seemed to “SEEK”. Service-oriented, Experienced, Efficient, and Knowledgeable. I was also taken by the fact that he had a mobile office. To me, this reflected adaptability as well as flexibility. Being an Elder, and not yet familiar with the roadways, I appreciated the fact that I did not have to travel to Matt’s office; his office came to me. From our first meeting to final setting of signatures, Matt was a pleasure to work with, and the entire experience reinforced all of my expectations. I can see why Matt is so well liked, and his skill-set in demand. Carole

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Monique Kozik

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Matthew for the past four years. Initially working side-by-side as co-workers, Matthew and I have since that time developed both a friendship and a professional relationship as attorneys in the Richmond area community. He is intelligent, honest, hard working and genuine, always making his clients’ needs his number one priority. I fully endorse Matthew as an excellent attorney for anyone’s estate planning needs and can personally attest to his ability and work ethic, both of which are held in the highest regard of his clients and the community at large."

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Drew Sarrett

Estate planning lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Matt! I routinely refer clients to him, and I have used him for my personal estate planning needs as well. He is a true professional and provides excellent client service!"

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Joseph Pope

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Roche

Unknown lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Friend

"Matt is an excellent lawyer. I recommend him to family, which is the highest endorsement I can provide as a fellow lawywr."

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Jordan Kozik

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matthew is a very knowledgable and well respected lawyer in the community. In addition, he very reliable and and easy to talk to. I would recommend him for any of your estate planning needs."

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Tara Wyant

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fairly new attorney to the area, I have had the pleasure of consulting with Matt on a number of legal issues and he has proven to be a valuable resource. Matt is a very knowledgeable attorney with a strong work ethic. I highly recommend his services and gladly refer clients to him on a regular basis."

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Emily Sumner

Wills and living wills lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Matt for many years, and have referred clients to him for wills and estate planning, and will continue to do so. Matt is an experienced attorney who produces excellent work product. But what sets him apart from others is his working style - is highly responsive, very approachable and down-to-earth, and truly has his clients' best interest in mind."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Member, Estate Planning Council of Richmond Virginia

Work Experience

2013 - Present

President, Asurest

2015 - 2017

Co-Founder, 2502 E Grace St, LLC

2012 - 2017

Co-Founder, 405 N 25th St, LLC

2012 - 2013

Chief Operating Officer, Restoration Builders of Virginia

2008 - 2011

Associate, The Irvin Law Firm

2006 - 2008

Associate, Williams Mullen

Associations

2017 - Present

Estate Planning Council of Richmond Virginia

Member

2016 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Trusts and Estates Section

Executive Committee

2015 - Present

Max's Positive Vibe Foundation

Board Member

2006 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Education

2006

University of Richmond

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2005

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Richmond

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Powers of Attorney: Estate Planning Concerns Powers of Attorney

Languages

English

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