Atty. William D. Matthews

Atty. William D. Matthews

Mr. William D.

Atlanta Atlanta 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About William D. Matthews at a glance

William D. Matthews is an Associate based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Rountree Leitman Klein & Geer, LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1986), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1989). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of South Carolina (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bankruptcy Section, State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William D. Matthews is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, debtor and creditor, creditors rights and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of South Carolina in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • William practices at Rountree Leitman Klein & Geer, LLC in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William D. Matthews's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William D. Matthews handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William D. Matthews is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Georgia →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William D. Matthews

Where is William D. Matthews's law office located?
William D. Matthews's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Rountree Leitman Klein & Geer, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William D. Matthews handle?
William D. Matthews focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William D. Matthews practiced law?
William D. Matthews has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William D. Matthews go to law school?
William D. Matthews earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact William D. Matthews for a consultation?
You can contact William D. Matthews 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 William D. Matthews received?
William D. Matthews's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1986
B.S.
University of South Carolina
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1989

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