Atty. Matthew Daniel Williamson

Atty. Matthew Daniel Williamson

Matthew Daniel Williamson is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, corporate investigations & white collar defense, litigation. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years.

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Corporate Investigations & White Collar Defense & More Attorney · Serving Costa Mesa, CA · 20+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Matthew Daniel Williamson at a Glance

Matthew Daniel Williamson is an Associate, Litigation based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on white collar, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (2006). Educated at University of California, San Diego (B.A., 2003) and University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law J.D. 2006 Chief Articles Editor University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law J.D. Journal of Environmental Law and Policy (—). Active member of Membership Activities Admitted to practice in California, Member, Orange County Bar Association, and Member, American Bar Association. Serves clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Matthew Daniel Williamson

  • Matthew Daniel Williamson is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, corporate investigations & white collar defense, litigation
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Matthew practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Daniel Williamson's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Daniel Williamson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Costa Mesa.

White Collar Crimes in Costa Mesa

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Civil Litigation in Costa Mesa

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Environmental Law in Costa Mesa

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Costa Mesa

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 Costa Mesa 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 venue, 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.

Costa Mesa Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Costa Mesa-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Matthew Daniel Williamson

Where is Matthew Daniel Williamson's law office located?
Matthew Daniel Williamson's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Daniel Williamson handle?
Matthew Daniel Williamson focuses on white collar, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Daniel Williamson practiced law?
Matthew Daniel Williamson has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Matthew Daniel Williamson go to law school?
Matthew Daniel Williamson earned their education at (B.A., 2003); (—).
How can I contact Matthew Daniel Williamson for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Costa Mesa Choose Matthew Daniel Williamson

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 Daniel Williamson's practice in the field of white collar, litigation, and environmental.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Matthew Daniel Williamson brings 20+ 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 white collar, litigation, and environmental, Matthew Daniel Williamson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Costa Mesa

A Costa Mesa-based practice means Matthew Daniel Williamson 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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Matthew Daniel Williamson's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

B.A.
University of California, San Diego
- 2003
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University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law J.D. 2006 Chief Articles Editor University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law J.D. Journal of Environmental Law and Policy
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2006

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