Atty. Matthew Forrest Baker

Atty. Matthew Forrest Baker

Matthew Forrest Baker is a lawyer practicing trust and estate, probate litigation, conservatorships and 5 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from New York University, and has been licensed for 13 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Forrest Baker at a glance

Matthew Forrest Baker is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, nursing home, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2013). Educated at Fordham University School of Law J.D. Cum Laude (—) and New York University B.A. English and American Literature (—). Active member of Delegate, Los Angeles County Bar Association Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Section Member, Board of Trustees, Santa Monica Bar Association Member, State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Forrest Baker is a lawyer practicing trust and estate, probate litigation, conservatorships and 5 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from New York University, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Matthew practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Forrest Baker's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

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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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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 Los Angeles 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 andnue, 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

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Where is Matthew Forrest Baker's law office located?
Matthew Forrest Baker's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Forrest Baker handle?
Matthew Forrest Baker focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, nursing home, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Forrest Baker practiced law?
Matthew Forrest Baker has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
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Education

Fordham University School of Law J.D. Cum Laude
- In Progress
New York University B.A. English and American Literature
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2013

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