About Matthew Edward
Matthew Edward Williamson is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1996 and holds bar number 184877. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Williamson is the principal attorney at the Law Offices of Matthew E. Williamson, a law firm located in Monterey, California. He has been practicing law for over 29 years, serving clients throughout Monterey County and the surrounding areas.
Mr. Williamson earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Monterey College of Law in 1996. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at California State University, Chico, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with an emphasis on Law in 1992. During his time at CSU Chico, he was recognized as a Moot Court Champion, demonstrating his aptitude for legal analysis and advocacy.
Mr. Williamson concentrates his practice in the areas of mediation, probate, litigation, and general law. As a mediator, he assists individuals, businesses, and attorneys in reaching clear, fair, and efficient resolutions without unnecessary litigation. His approach is focused on practical outcomes. In probate matters, he simplifies estate and trust administration issues to help families navigate the process with clarity and minimal stress. His litigation practice involves advocating for victims who need clarity, protection, and a strong voice in the legal process, assisting them in understanding their rights and pursuing restitution. Additionally, he offers general legal services, stepping in when clients need a strong advocate and clear direction, with a focus on efficiency, fairness, and results.
Throughout his career, Mr. Williamson has handled cases in various courts, including the Superior Court of California for Monterey County, the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California. He has also appeared before the United States Tax Court. Prior to founding his own firm, he worked as an instructor in Legal Writing & Research at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and served as a paralegal and owner of Access Legal Self-Help.
Mr. Williamson is an active member of the California State Bar and has been admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for both the Northern and Eastern Districts of California. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court. His professional associations include membership in the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and the California DUI Lawyers Association. He has received several honors, including the Avvo Client’s Choice Award and Top Contributor Award in 2012, and certificates in Negotiation and Leadership, Harvard Mediation Intensive, and Negotiating When Parties Have Diverse, Deeply Held Convictions from the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School in 2024. Mr. Williamson is fluent in English and offers free consultations to prospective clients.
