Practice areas: Estate & Trust Litigation, Real Estate, Bankruptcy; view more
Licensed in Nevada since: 2013
Education: University of Nevada Las Vegas William S. Boyd School of Law
Matthew Whittaker is an accomplished litigator at Michaelson Law, renowned for his proficiency in contested business and estate matters. With a decade of legal practice, he has adeptly represented individuals and businesses across a spectrum of disputes, including business litigation, real estate litigation, civil litigation, commercial litigation and bankruptcy. His broad litigation background equips him to manage lawsuits from inception to conclusion, providing strategic and personalized solutions to his clients.
Mr. Whittaker's legal journey commenced in the Appellate Unit of the Clark County District Attorney’s Office, where he honed his research and writing skills by drafting comprehensive appellate briefs for cases ranging from minor offenses to complex death penalty matters. This experience laid a robust foundation for his ability to navigate intricate legal challenges.
A native of Nevada, Mr. Whittaker has spent the majority of his life in the state, having moved to Las Vegas with his family at the age of two. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, earning a bachelor’s degree in economics with a minor in political science in 2010. He returned to Nevada to attend the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 2013.
Since transitioning to private practice, Mr. Whittaker has established a reputation for dissecting complex legal challenges and delivering practical, effective solutions. His commitment to understanding each client's unique circumstances allows him to achieve favorable outcomes in even the most contentious disputes. He is an active member of the Nevada Justice Association and participates in the American Bar Association’s Tort Trial and Insurance Section, further reflecting his dedication to the legal profession.
Practice areas
Estate & Trust Litigation, Real Estate: Business, Real Estate: Consumer, Bankruptcy: Business, Business Litigation, Civil Litigation: PlaintiffFocus areas
Bankruptcy Law
- 30% Estate & Trust Litigation
- 20% Real Estate: Business
- 20% Real Estate: Consumer
- 10% Bankruptcy: Business
- 10% Business Litigation
- 10% Civil Litigation: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2013, Nevada
Professional Webpage: https://michaelsonlaw.com/about/our-team/matthew-whittaker/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Member of the Nevada State Bar since 2013
- American Bar Association – Tort, Trial, & Insurance Section
- Nevada Justice Association
- Member of the U.S. District Court for the District Court of Nevada since 2016
Honors
- Rising Star | Super Lawyers, 2024
Educational Background
- Juris Doctorate from University of Nevada, Las Vegas William S. Boyd School of Law, 2010-2013
- B.A. Economics & Political Science from Brigham Young University, 2005-2010
Office location for Matthew Whittaker
1746 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy
Henderson, NV 89012
Phone: 725-293-5020
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2024 - 2025