$ 425-450 per hour
Donald Mathew Blackburn
also known as D. Mathew Blackburn, Mathew Blackburn
About Donald
Biography
The Law Office of D. Mathew Blackburn is a client focused firm that provides legal advice in easy to understand terms. We advise business owners and individuals in tax, business law, and estate planning. Whether you’re an owner looking for someone that speaks the language of business, or you’ve received an IRS or state revenue agency notice that is full of dense technical language, or you’re an individual looking for someone to explain how an estate plan can protect your family and legacy, we are here to help.
Some of the services we provide:
For businesses:
Serve as outside general counsel. Services provided include business formation, merger/acquisition, trademark filings, reorganizations, contract drafting/review, general advisory services.
Serve as tax counsel. Liaison with general counsel to provide tax compliance review, tax planning, and tax controversy services.
Representation before, during, and after audits, including contesting assessments, negotiating settlement and installment arrangements, resolving non-filer issues and where necessary, pursuing litigation.
For individuals:
Formulate and draft estate plans, business succession plans, and wealth transfer plans. Draft and implement wills, living wills, trusts, health & financial powers of attorneys.
Representation before, during and after an audit, including contesting assessments, negotiating settlement and installment arrangements, resolving non-filer issues, FBAR and FATCA advisory, and where necessary, pursuing litigation.
Provide tax preparation and other related services.
Some of the services we provide:
For businesses:
Serve as outside general counsel. Services provided include business formation, merger/acquisition, trademark filings, reorganizations, contract drafting/review, general advisory services.
Serve as tax counsel. Liaison with general counsel to provide tax compliance review, tax planning, and tax controversy services.
Representation before, during, and after audits, including contesting assessments, negotiating settlement and installment arrangements, resolving non-filer issues and where necessary, pursuing litigation.
For individuals:
Formulate and draft estate plans, business succession plans, and wealth transfer plans. Draft and implement wills, living wills, trusts, health & financial powers of attorneys.
Representation before, during and after an audit, including contesting assessments, negotiating settlement and installment arrangements, resolving non-filer issues, FBAR and FATCA advisory, and where necessary, pursuing litigation.
Provide tax preparation and other related services.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Business
100%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Colorado for 13 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2012
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Posted by Joseph | June 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business
Complex need with a very quick turnaround
I approached Matthew with a somewhat hasty need for business documents. He was able to navigate through the scattered documentation I provided, along with filling in the blanks with detailed and appropriate information. He was able to get me everything I needed before the seemingly unreasonable dea...
Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business
Audit
Mathew Blackburn represented our firm in an audit that we had ongoing. When we first met Mr. Blackburn he was working at another law firm and when he left our company went with him due to the excellent work he did for us and the personal attention we received from him. We won our case and truly appre...
Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Business
Top notch & very knowledgeable attorney, HIGHLY recommended
Mathew has been great and has helped me with my businesses. His turn around time is fantastic and he is very knowledgeable. When he isn't certain about something he'll readily admit it and do his own research or refer it out to a colleague that he knows is an expert in the subject. The only "complain...
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Great experience...
Under very trying circumstances Matthew did an amazing job. Calm and knowledgeable, he knew when to push and when to capitulate. Nice job!
Posted by Gerry | September 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney
excellent Attorney
He was on top of the case the entire time. Kept me informed. Would always respond quickly when i had a question. Would highly recommend Mr. Blackburn
Donald Mathew Blackburn's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Mr. Blackburn and I belong to a national group of attorneys who regularly exchange ideas on how to best represent our clients. Donald's advice in the areas of estate planning, family law, and bankruptcy indicate his dedication and professionalism in his representation of his clients."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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"Mathew D. Blackburn is a trusted legal professional with whom I am happy to consult. Mathew brings to the table an understanding of complex tax and employment matters that is rare among young attorneys."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Tax, Business, and Family Certification, Lead Counsel
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of D. Mathew Blackburn
2016 - 2016
Director of Tax Controversy, Robinson and Henry P.C.
2014 - 2016
Partner, Bandy & Blackburn
2012 - 2014
Owner, Law Office of D. Mathew Blackburn
2012 - 2014
Of Counsel, Flinders | Bandy Attorneys at Law
2011 - 2012
Regulatory Compliance and Special Projects, National Technology Transfer
Associations
2012 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
2010 - Present
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Miller v. Commissioner
Settled
McConneghy v. Commissioner
Settled
Education
2014
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2011
Valparaiso University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Mississippi State University
Bachelors of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2017
Wills & Wine
Estate Planning
2017
Taxation of Entrepreneurs
Taxation of Entrepreneurs
2016
Second Saturday Workshop
Introduction to Divorce
2016
Meeting
Social Media Networking Pitfalls
2016
Lone Tree Chapter Meeting
Social Media and Estate Planning
Publications
2011
Indiana Farm Bureau Policy Manual
IFB Policy on Coalbed Methane Property Rights
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do you owe taxes if you win $8,100 at a casino if you are unemployed with zero income.
07 Oct 2016
Q&A
If you live in Florida and your income Is made in new York?what state tax do I pay?
02 Oct 2016
Q&A
What can I do about H&R block filing my taxes incorrectly
05 Oct 2016