Atty. Matthew L. Rienstra

Atty. Matthew L. Rienstra

Mr. Matthew L.

Austin Austin 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew L. Rienstra at a glance

Matthew L. Rienstra is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Rienstra / Silva, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court Texas Northern District (1986). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A., 1980). Active member of American Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew L. Rienstra is a lawyer practicing administrative and public, criminal, health care and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Matthew practices at Rienstra / Silva, LLP in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew L. Rienstra's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew L. Rienstra

Where is Matthew L. Rienstra's law office located?
Matthew L. Rienstra's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Rienstra / Silva, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew L. Rienstra handle?
Matthew L. Rienstra focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, elder law, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Matthew L. Rienstra practiced law?
Matthew L. Rienstra has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Matthew L. Rienstra go to law school?
Matthew L. Rienstra earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Matthew L. Rienstra for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1986
B.B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court Texas Northern District
Admitted: 1986

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