Born and raised in the East Bay Area, I knew I wanted to be an attorney from an early age. I have been hooked on the advocacy aspect of litigation from my first experiences working in law offices as early as 2004. I feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to do what I love daily. My favorite part of my job is earning my client's trust and building strong relationships with them. My clients find comfort knowing that I will be there to assist them through what may be the most difficult period of their life. I am a father of two young boys and hope to teach them that with focus and hard work, anything is achievable.
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1299 Newell Hill Place, Suite 300, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
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Posted by Sabina | July 2, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
The first thing you will notice from talking to Matt is that he is empathetic to your problems, respects your point of view, and advocates for your position. His metier is not the most uplifting but he keeps everything even-keeled. In addition, he educates other people on what he does, what is t...
Posted by Jen | October 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Matt has truly been a lifesaver. I came to him at a time when I desperately needed legal advice. He was prompt, timely and most importantly, he was more interested in giving me guidance to address my issues then increasing his bottom line.
"Matthew is extremely knowledgeable and resourceful. He brings excellent qualifications to the practice of family law. I endorse this lawyer."
"Matthew is a fantastic lawyer who handles delicate client matters with diligence, candor, and confidence. I regularly refer friends, family, and colleagues to Matthew for their family law needs. I endorse this lawyer."
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2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Excellence For the Future Award - Family Law Practice, CALI
2011
Excellence For the Future Award - Lawyering: Social Change, CALI
2016 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Matthew S. Colliss
2016 - Present
Adjunct Professor, John F. Kennedy School Of Law
2014 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Blum Gibbs & Davies, LLP
2006 - 2014
Paralegal, Blum Gibbs & Davies LLP
2004 - 2006
Legal assistant, Hartnett Smith and Associates
2016 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Barristers/Young Lawyers SectionOfficer
2016 - Present
Entrepreneurs of NorCalMember
2015 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Barristers/Young Lawyers SectionBoard of Directors
2014 - Present
Alameda County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2006
Paralegal Certificate
2016
Ethics and Entrepreneurialism
English