Atty. Matthew Dowty
Matthew Dowty is a lawyer practicing business, probate, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a degree from Memphis Cecil C.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 13+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Dowty at a Glance
Matthew Dowty is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2013). Educated at Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (—). Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Dowty
- Matthew Dowty is a lawyer practicing business, probate, real estate and 3 other areas of law
- Matthew received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 13 years
- Matthew practices in Memphis, TN
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew Dowty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Dowty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Trusts in Memphis
Matthew Dowty is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →
Probate in Memphis
Matthew Dowty is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →
Estate Planning & Probate in Memphis
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Matthew Dowty is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →
Business & Corporate Law in Memphis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Matthew Dowty is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →
Real Estate Law in Memphis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Matthew Dowty is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Memphis
Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee 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 Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Memphis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Memphis-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 Memphis Choose Matthew Dowty
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 Dowty's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Dowty brings 13+ 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 trusts, probate, and estate planning, Matthew Dowty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Memphis
A Memphis-based practice means Matthew Dowty attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew Dowty Handles in Memphis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew Dowty has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matthew Dowty directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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