Atty. Matthew B Abrams
Matthew B Abrams is a lawyer practicing tax, trusts and estates, estate planning, probate. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Newark, NJ · 18+ Years Experience
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About Matthew B Abrams at a Glance
Matthew B Abrams is an Of Counsel based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Sills Cummis & Gross P.C.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in New York (2008), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2011), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2011), and New Jersey (2015). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 2007) and Columbia University (B.A., 2004). Active member of Reisman Preschool, Congregation Beth El of South Orange, New Jersey Eagle Scout , Boy Scouts of America. Serves clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew B Abrams
- Matthew B Abrams is a lawyer practicing tax, trusts and estates, estate planning, probate
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years
- Matthew practices at Sills Cummis & Gross P.C. in Newark, NJ
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Matthew B Abrams's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew B Abrams handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Newark.
Trusts in Newark
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Probate in Newark
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Estate Planning & Probate in Newark
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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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Newark
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newark are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Newark Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Newark-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 Newark Choose Matthew B Abrams
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 Matthew B Abrams's practice in the field of trusts, probate, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew B Abrams brings 18+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Matthew B Abrams can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Matthew B Abrams can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Newark
A Newark-based practice means Matthew B Abrams attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Matthew B Abrams Handles in Newark
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