Atty. Matthew R. Hess

Atty. Matthew R. Hess

Matthew R. Hess is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, wills and 30 other areas of law.

Rolling Meadows Rolling Meadows 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew R. Hess at a glance

Matthew R. Hess is a Member based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, practicing at Charles T. Newland & Associates. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on wills, car accidents, chapter 7, divorce, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003), U.S. District of Court, Northern District of Illinois (2004), and Indiana (2010). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of Illinois (B.A., 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Rolling Meadows, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew R. Hess is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, wills and 30 other areas of law
  • Matthew R. received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Matthew R. practices at Charles T. Newland & Associates in Rolling Meadows, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew R. Hess's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Matthew R. Hess is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Matthew R. Hess is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Matthew R. Hess is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Illinois →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Matthew R. Hess is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Illinois →

Child Custody & Visitation

Matthew R. Hess is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew R. Hess

Where is Matthew R. Hess's law office located?
Matthew R. Hess's law practice is located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. The firm is Charles T. Newland & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew R. Hess handle?
Matthew R. Hess focuses on wills, car accidents, chapter 7, divorce, child custody. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew R. Hess practiced law?
Matthew R. Hess has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Matthew R. Hess go to law school?
Matthew R. Hess earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Matthew R. Hess for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew R. Hess 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 R. Hess received?
Matthew R. Hess's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 2003
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 2000

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District of Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2004
Indiana
Admitted: 2010

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