Atty. Matthew Patrick Houghton

Atty. Matthew Patrick Houghton

Matthew Patrick Houghton is a lawyer practicing corporate, commercial and business litigation, construction and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 2012, and has been licensed for 11 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 11 yrs experience 11 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Patrick Houghton at a glance

Matthew Patrick Houghton is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Reed Smith Llp. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2015). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 2015) and Santa Clara University (B.A., 2012). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Patrick Houghton is a lawyer practicing corporate, commercial and business litigation, construction and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 2012, and has been licensed for 11 years
  • Matthew practices at Reed Smith LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Patrick Houghton's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 San Francisco 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

Common questions about Matthew Patrick Houghton

Where is Matthew Patrick Houghton's law office located?
Matthew Patrick Houghton's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Reed Smith Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Patrick Houghton handle?
Matthew Patrick Houghton focuses on family law, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Patrick Houghton practiced law?
Matthew Patrick Houghton has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
Where did Matthew Patrick Houghton go to law school?
Matthew Patrick Houghton earned their education at (J.D., 2015); (B.A., 2012).
How can I contact Matthew Patrick Houghton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco School of Law
- 2015
B.A.
Santa Clara University
- 2012

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2015

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