Atty. Dean Matthew Richardson

Atty. Dean Matthew Richardson

Dean Matthew Richardson is a lawyer practicing tax, corporate tax, estate planning and wealth transfer and 12 other areas of law. Dean received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Orange Orange 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Dean Matthew Richardson at a glance

Dean Matthew Richardson is a family law, estate planning, business, tax, and m&a attorney based in Orange, California. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. Tax Court U.S. Court of (1984). Educated at University of California, Hastings (J.D., 1984) and University of Washington (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •Member, Orange County Bar Association •Member, American Bar Association •Former Chair, Taxation Section of the Beverly Hills Bar Association. Serands clients in Orange, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dean Matthew Richardson is a lawyer practicing tax, corporate tax, estate planning and wealth transfer and 12 other areas of law
  • Dean received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Dean practices in Orange, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Dean Matthew Richardson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dean Matthew Richardson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Dean Matthew Richardson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Dean Matthew Richardson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orange are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dean Matthew Richardson

Where is Dean Matthew Richardson's law office located?
Dean Matthew Richardson's law practice is located in Orange, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dean Matthew Richardson handle?
Dean Matthew Richardson focuses on family law, estate planning, business, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Dean Matthew Richardson practiced law?
Dean Matthew Richardson has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Dean Matthew Richardson go to law school?
Dean Matthew Richardson earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Dean Matthew Richardson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dean Matthew Richardson received?
Dean Matthew Richardson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings
- 1984
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. Tax Court U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1984

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