Atty. Matthew E. Abrams

Atty. Matthew E. Abrams

Matthew earned his bachelor’s degree at University of California at Berkeley and his law degree at University of Southern California. He has been licensed to practice law since 2005.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 21 Years Experience 21 year
Call (310) 734-8536

Profile Summary

About Matthew E. Abrams at a glance

Matthew E. Abrams is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Law Offices of Matthew E. Abrams. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on real estate, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (2005). Educated at University of Southern California Law School (J.D., 2003) and University of California at Berkeley Bachelor’s Degree (—). Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew earned his bachelor’s degree at University of California at Berkeley and his law degree at University of Southern California
  • He has been licensed to practice law since 2005
  • He has practiced in a number of areas of law, including landlord-tenant and real estate
  • His main focus is litigation, though he has extensive experience with transactional work as well
  • Matthew has dealt with a wide range of landlord-tenant issues, including rent stabilization, unlawful detainers, and breach of covenant disputes
  • He has experience in drafting a variety of real estate documents, including leases (both commercial and residential), trust deeds, and purchase agreements
  • Matthew was born and raised in Los Angeles and he is a sports enthusiast, playing everything from basketball to golf

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew E. Abrams's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Matthew E. Abrams is one of 19,927 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Santa Monica 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew E. Abrams

Where is Matthew E. Abrams's law office located?
Matthew E. Abrams's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Law Offices of Matthew E. Abrams. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew E. Abrams handle?
Matthew E. Abrams focuses on real estate, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew E. Abrams practiced law?
Matthew E. Abrams has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Matthew E. Abrams go to law school?
Matthew E. Abrams earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (—).
How can I contact Matthew E. Abrams for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California Law School
- 2003
University of California at Berkeley Bachelor’s Degree
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2005

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