Atty. Matthew A. Johnson

Atty. Matthew A. Johnson

Matt joined the firm in December 2007. His practice focuses on helping clients to navigate the complex waters of federal, state, and local administrative laws and regulations, particularly as related to business zoning and land use, water law, and environmental issues.

Nampa Nampa 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew A. Johnson at a glance

Matthew A. Johnson is a Shareholder based in Nampa, Idaho, practicing at White Peterson, Attorneys at Law. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Idaho (2007) and U.S. District Court, District of Idaho (2007). Educated at Washington University in St. Louis (J.D. Political, 2007) and College of Idaho (B.A. Washington, 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Idaho State Bar (Member, Real Property Section Third District Bar Association (President, 2010-2011 Secretary, 2009-2010) Idaho Municipal Attorneys Association (Treasurer) International Municipal Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Nampa, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matt joined the firm in December 2007
  • His practice focuses on helping clients to navigate the complex waters of federal, state, and local administrative laws and regulations, particularly as related to business zoning and land use, water law, and environmental issues
  • He works with a number of homeowners associations with issues such as organization, administration and enforcement, and collections and liens
  • Matt also advises client on real estate transactions and disputes, business planning, estate planning and probate administration
  • Matt serves as legal counsel to a number of municipalities and local government entities, including the City of Melba, City of Cascade, City of Sun Valley, City of Ketchum and City of Wilder
  • In 2013, he was recognized by his peers in the Idaho Municipal Attorneys association and awarded the “Promising Newcomer” Award
  • Matt graduated from the College of Idaho (“Go Yotes”) and then headed to Washington University in St. Louis where he completed his law degree as well as a master’s degree in political science
  • While at the law school he served as a student attorney in the Washington University Interdisciplinary Environmental Clinic
  • Matt is a proud member of the Rotary Club of Nampa
  • He is also active in the Nampa Chamber of Commerce, serving as a co-chair of the Government Relations Committee
  • He volunteers and works with a number of other local non-profit organizations, including as a board member of the Nampa Schools Foundation and a coach in the Nampa Premier Soccer Club
  • He is an avid soccer player, although creaky knees now mean he is slowly shifting his focus from competitive play to just kicking the ball with his young sons
  • Matt and his wife also enjoy gardening, cooking, and traversing Idaho’s great outdoors

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew A. Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Matthew A. Johnson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Idaho →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Matthew A. Johnson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Idaho →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Matthew A. Johnson is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Idaho →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Idaho

Practicing law in Idaho. Legal matters in Idaho are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Nampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Idaho state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Idaho 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 Idaho courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew A. Johnson

Where is Matthew A. Johnson's law office located?
Matthew A. Johnson's law practice is located in Nampa, Idaho. The firm is White Peterson, Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew A. Johnson handle?
Matthew A. Johnson focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Idaho.
How long has Matthew A. Johnson practiced law?
Matthew A. Johnson has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Matthew A. Johnson go to law school?
Matthew A. Johnson earned their education at (J.D. Political, 2007); (B.A. Washington, 2000).
How can I contact Matthew A. Johnson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew A. Johnson received?
Matthew A. Johnson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. Political
Washington University in St. Louis
- 2007
B.A. Washington
College of Idaho
- 2000

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, District of Idaho
Admitted: 2007

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