$ 375-400 per hour
Matthew Scott Crider
About Matthew
Biography
Matthew Crider founded what is now Legacy Law Solutions in 1999. He provides a wide range of estate planning services, advising individuals and families on how to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their assets. His practice focuses on preserving wealth by delivering comprehensive, customized estate plans to individuals, couples, families, and business owners. Matthew is known for his thoughtful and attentive approach, listening closely to each client’s goals, dreams, and concerns to develop tailored planning solutions.
Matthew advises business owners on integrating their business interests into their estate plans, helping them protect assets, plan for succession, and ensure long-term continuity. He provides guidance on entity structure, ownership transitions, and aligning business planning with personal, family, and legacy goals.
Mathew is licensed to practice law in both California and Texas. Matthew earned his Bachelor of Business Administration and Master in Professional Accounting degrees from the University of Texas at Austin, which consistently ranks as the top graduate accounting program in the nation. He received his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law in Houston, where he served as Chief Note and Comment Editor on the Law Review.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 21 years
State: California
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 29 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
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750 F Street, Suite 2, Davis, CA, 95616
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3017 Douglas Blvd Ste 300, Roseville, CA, 95661
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333 University Avenue, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95826
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288 Pearl Street, Monterey, CA, 93940
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18756 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste 200, San Antonio, TX, 78258
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Marcus | May 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
Matthew Crider did a great job !!! My wife and I needed estate planning and a living trust. Our goal was to have our assets avoid probate. Mr. Crider did an excellent job explaining the process to us and prepared all documents quickly. The process was done within a few months and the cost was reason...
Posted by Jesse | October 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
Matthew and team did a really nice job with our estate plan. They were very methodical and thorough throughout the entire process. They answered all of our questions and provided the necessary guidance when requested. Would highly recommend.
Posted by John H | October 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Very Satisfied
Very pleased with my experience with Matthew. Matthew set up my estate plan documents including my Trust, Will, Living Will, Power of Attorney and Advance Healthcare Directive. At the end of the process he delivers a binder with all original documents laid out and all instructions to fund the trust. ...
Matthew Crider
Replied last October 02, 2019Thanks, John. I'm glad you're happy with working with us. Thank you for selecting us for your estate plan. Please let me know if I can help you with anything in the future.
Posted by Vee | October 02, 2019 | Trusts
Below expectations
Met with him for all of 10 minutes, he did not send any paperwork prior to the meeting for me to prepare. When I call a day before the meeting, assistant informs me that they will research about the pre meeting paperwork and get back. Later I get a voicemail that they mailed paperwork but it seems ...
Matthew Crider
Replied last October 02, 2019I'm sorry you had a bad experience. Every client's situation is unique, and we provide personal and custom estate planning for people who chose to work with us. This does not mean that each client gets to dictate our process or how we provide our services, anymore than a patient dictates the appropriate medical advice or what tests a doctor performs. I've spent years developing my firm's process to consistently provide clients with excellent service in estate planning. Regarding your comment that "we all know how lawyers work by billing you for their time," I don't understand this, as practically all my planning work is on a flat fee, and you are essentially complaining about having too much communication and contact with me, whereas most people complain about not enough communication with their lawyer. It seems like you want to get in and out of a lawyer's office in one day with a "check-the-box" type of estate plan. I recommend you contact a different lawyer, as those are not the types of services I provide. I wish you the best of luck in the future.
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2015
Not someone I would recommend
Matthew was nice but difficult to get in touch with. I would have to send 2 or 3 e-mails and leave messages before I would hear back from him on multiple occasions. There were several times when I would ask a question and he would respond with information he had already provided me or ask me to pro...
Matthew Scott Crider's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt Crider is an accomplished attorney with a level of professionalism, responsiveness and balanced approach to the practice of law that clients deserve."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Matthew is a thoughtful and detail-oriented attorney. I have had the pleasure of working with Matthew several times over the past few years and am always impressed by his professionalism and ability to communicate in clear, simple terms. I can confidently endorse Matthew Crider, Esq."
"I have known Matthew for several years through a professional organization we both belong to. I have asked for his advice on several occasions and am always impressed with his knowledge and creative planning strategies. He is always willing to share his knowledge and wisdom with other attorneys to the betterment of our profession. I highly recommend Matthew."
"I have known Mr. Crider professionally for 18 years. He is an excellent communicator and pays close attention to details. A skilled writer, Mr. Crider does an excellent job developing and implementing the best estate plan for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is trustworthy, works hard for his clients, and stays on top of the law."
"Matt is an excellent attorney with a caring attitude & a gift for representing his clients with zeal. I wholeheartedly recommend Matt."
"I endorse this lawyer. A great lawyer with skills."
"I have the pleasure of knowing Matthew both professionally and personally.He is dedicated to his clients and knowledgeable about estate planning. Any client would be fortunate to work with Matthew, and I endorse him without reservation."
"Matthew is a diligent, insightful attorney who genuinely cares about his clients. Matthew focuses on excellence and maintains a balanced approach to problem solving, which is what clients both need and deserve."
"Matt has an uncommonly friendly approach and I would recommend him for any estate planning or elder law needs."
"Matt is an attorney committed to excellent client service, professionalism and ethics."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Crider is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
"I am personally aware of Mr. Crider's commitment to continual improvement in the area of bankruptcy law and I endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. When working together on behalf of the Placer County Bar Association, Matt has always been personable and professional."
"I've known Matt for a number of years and I'm happy to provide him with an endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
1995
E. E. Townes Memorial Award, South Texas College of Law
1995
Claire Ruskin Mudge Memorial Scholarship, South Texas College of Law
1994
Leroy Jeffers Moot Court Competition, Top 10 Brief
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Attorney, Legacy Law Solutions
2007 - 2010
Of Counsel, Colantuono & Levin, PC
2005 - 2006
Of Counsel, Paul & Hanley
Associations
2017 - Present
Better Business BureauMember
2016 - Present
Yolo County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2012 - Present
Elder CounselMember
2009 - Present
Rotary InternationalMember
2009 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2004 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2008 - 2012
Placer County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2006 - 2011
Northern California Lawyer Access, Inc.Chairperson
Sample of Legal Cases
Texas v. Cobb
Affirmed
Education
1996
South Texas College Of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
The University of Texas at Austin
MA - Masters
1992
The University of Texas at Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Alzheimer's Association
Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease
2015
Private Event
10 Most Gruesome Estate Planning Mistakes
2014
Private Event
10 Most Gruesome Estate Planning Mistakes
2013
Private event
10 Most Gruesome Estate Planning Mistakes
2013
National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors
Value of Insurance in Business and Estate Planning
2012
Private Event
Protect and Preserve Your Life's Work
2012
Private event
Protect Your Life Savings Against Expensive Long-term Care Costs
2012
Private event
10 Most Gruesome Estate Planning Mistakes
2010
SEDCorp Business Boot Camp
Business Minefields and Pitfalls
2009
SEDCorp Business Boot Camp
Business Minefields and Pitfalls
Publications
2000
Texas Independent Bar Association
Making Objections To Violations Of Vienna Convention Rights After Rocha
1997
Western Trial Lawyers Association
Experts in Crashworthiness Cases (co-authored with Brent Carpenter)
1996
South Texas Law Review
Police Officers Must Meet "Reasonable Officer" Standard to Withstand Pretext Claim
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I have enough to file for contempt? Or should I file an ex-parte?
27 Nov 2012
Q&A
What forms do I fill out in California to finalize my divorce and get my divorce certificate?
25 Nov 2012
Q&A
If a divorce is administratively dismissed, does that mean the court will have no record of it?
18 Nov 2012