Atty. D. Douglas Matson
D. Douglas Matson is a lawyer practicing business law, business acquisitions, commercial real estate and 5 other areas of law.
Business Acquisitions & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 54+ Years Experience
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About D. Douglas Matson at a Glance
D. Douglas Matson is an Of Counsel based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at McCullough Hill Leary, PS. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, commercial re, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Washington (1972). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1972) and Oregon State University (B.A. Political, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About D. Douglas Matson
- D. Douglas Matson is a lawyer practicing business law, business acquisitions, commercial real estate and 5 other areas of law
- D. received a B.A. degree from Oregon State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- D. practices at McCullough Hill Leary, PS in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
D. Douglas Matson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases D. Douglas Matson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Contracts in Seattle
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Business & Corporate Law in Seattle
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
D. Douglas Matson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →
Real Estate Law in Seattle
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
D. Douglas Matson is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →
Commercial Real Estate in Seattle
D. Douglas Matson is one of 15,821 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Washington →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Seattle
D. Douglas Matson is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose D. Douglas Matson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish D. Douglas Matson's practice in the field of contracts, business, real estate, commercial re, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
D. Douglas Matson brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and real estate, D. Douglas Matson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means D. Douglas Matson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues D. Douglas Matson Handles in Seattle
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