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Atty. Matthew S. Johnston

Atty. Matthew S. Johnston

Matthew S. Johnston is a lawyer practicing real estate.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
Call (202) 984-3174 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew S. Johnston at a glance

Matthew S. Johnston is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Arnold And Porter Llp. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2009). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2007). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew S. Johnston is a lawyer practicing real estate
  • Matthew S. has been licensed for 17 years
  • Matthew S. practices at Arnold & Porter LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew S. Johnston's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Where is Matthew S. Johnston's law office located?
Matthew S. Johnston's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Arnold And Porter Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew S. Johnston handle?
Matthew S. Johnston focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Matthew S. Johnston practiced law?
Matthew S. Johnston has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Matthew S. Johnston go to law school?
Matthew S. Johnston earned their education at (J.D., 2007).
How can I contact Matthew S. Johnston for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 2007

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 2009

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