Atty. Matthew Jay Howard

Atty. Matthew Jay Howard

Mr. Matthew Jay Howard is a lawyer practicing tax, mergers & acquisitions, trusts and 2 other areas of law.

Marietta Marietta 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (470) 996-2943 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew Jay Howard at a glance

Matthew Jay Howard is a Senior Partner based in Marietta, Georgia, practicing at Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, m&a, and poa. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1989), Georgia Supreme Court and Georgia Court of Appeals (1989), and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1990). Educated at Capital University (J.D. Emory, 1989) and Vanderbilt University (B.S. Economics, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Marietta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew Jay Howard is a lawyer practicing tax, mergers & acquisitions, trusts and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Matthew practices at Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, LLP in Marietta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Jay Howard's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Matthew Jay Howard is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Georgia →

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.

Matthew Jay Howard is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Matthew Jay Howard is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Georgia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Matthew Jay Howard is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Georgia →

Power of Attorney

Matthew Jay Howard is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Marietta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Jay Howard

Where is Matthew Jay Howard's law office located?
Matthew Jay Howard's law practice is located in Marietta, Georgia. The firm is Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Jay Howard handle?
Matthew Jay Howard focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, m&a, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Matthew Jay Howard practiced law?
Matthew Jay Howard has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Matthew Jay Howard go to law school?
Matthew Jay Howard earned their education at (J.D. Emory, 1989); (B.S. Economics, 1984).
How can I contact Matthew Jay Howard for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Jay Howard directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Matthew Jay Howard received?
Matthew Jay Howard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Emory
Capital University
- 1989
B.S. Economics
Vanderbilt University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1989
Georgia Supreme Court and Georgia Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1990

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