Atty. John C. Matson

Atty. John C. Matson

John Matson's wealth of professional and personal experience make him uniquely qualified to work and collaborate with people who want to change their lives for the better. He he has a J.D.

Woodinville Woodinville 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About John C. Matson at a glance

John C. Matson is a Member based in Woodinville, Washington, practicing at Law Office of John C. Matson. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, family law, estate planning, and poa. Admitted to practice in New York (2009) and Washington (2017). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (LL.M., 2017). Serands clients in Woodinville, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Matson's wealth of professional and personal experience make him uniquely qualified to work and collaborate with people who want to change their lives for the better
  • He he has a J.D. (Juris Doctorate) from the University of British Columbia School of Law, and an LL.M. (Masters of Laws) in Native American law and Tribal Governance from Seattle University School of Law where he graduated magna cum laude
  • He is admitted to practice law in New York (2009) and Washington (2017)
  • John has lived all around the United States, as well as in Canada, Europe, and Latin America
  • He appreciates and celebrates multi-culturalism, and can speak Spanish and Portuguese at conversational levels
  • Professionally, John has worked in diverse fields that have included aquaculture, homebuilding, network/system engineering, business development, software licensing, and program/project management
  • For nearly a decade, he managed global software licensing programs and product launches for Microsoft
  • That work included drafting software licenses/templates, managing vendors, and negotiating multimillion dollar hardware and software deals with mobile handset OEMs and telecom and media companies around the world
  • John's law practice is focused on families with the goal of helping people live richer, fuller lives
  • John has called Washington his permanent home since 2006 when he graduated from the University of British Columbia School of Law
  • In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children, playing volleyball, doing carpentry and woodworking, and participating in outdoor activities
  • He also is committed to a regular practice of self-care that includes meditation, yoga, exercise, healthy diet, and sound/vibrational therapy
  • Ultimately, John believes in people and their dreams
  • He knows from personal experience that creating a brighter future takes courage, dedication, and support
  • He know what it takes to overcome challenges because he has had to do it
  • He knows first hand what it takes to face fears and put in the long hours to achieve goals
  • His experience enables him to ensure that each client considers the full picture, including non-legal factors that can impact or color the legal approach, such as moral, ethical, economic, social, family, relationship, and business factors, and to come to the optimal decision possible for each client

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Matson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Matson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Trusts

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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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Power of Attorney

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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 Woodinville 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John C. Matson

Where is John C. Matson's law office located?
John C. Matson's law practice is located in Woodinville, Washington. The firm is Law Office of John C. Matson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Matson handle?
John C. Matson focuses on wills, trusts, family law, estate planning, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John C. Matson practiced law?
John C. Matson has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did John C. Matson go to law school?
John C. Matson earned their education at (LL.M., 2017).
How can I contact John C. Matson for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M.
Seattle University School of Law
- 2017

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2009
Washington
Admitted: 2017

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