Atty. Matthew Scott Crider

Atty. Matthew Scott Crider

Mr. Matthew Scott Crider is a lawyer practicing litigation, federal litigation, trusts & estates and 4 other areas of law.

Davis Davis 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Scott Crider at a glance

Matthew Scott Crider is a divorce, trusts, family law, estate planning, and litigation attorney based in Davis, California. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Texas (1996), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1997), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (2000), and California (2004). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Texas (B.B.A. University, 1992). Serands clients in Davis, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew Scott Crider is a lawyer practicing litigation, federal litigation, trusts & estates and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Matthew practices in Davis, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Scott Crider's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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

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Trusts

Matthew Scott Crider is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Matthew Scott Crider is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →

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 Scott Crider is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Matthew Scott Crider is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

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 Davis 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 Scott Crider

Where is Matthew Scott Crider's law office located?
Matthew Scott Crider's law practice is located in Davis, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Scott Crider handle?
Matthew Scott Crider focuses on divorce, trusts, family law, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Scott Crider practiced law?
Matthew Scott Crider has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Matthew Scott Crider go to law school?
Matthew Scott Crider earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.B.A. University, 1992).
How can I contact Matthew Scott Crider for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Scott Crider 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.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1996
B.B.A. University
University of Texas
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 2000
California
Admitted: 2004

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