Hello, I'm Christopher W. Matern. My practice focuses on the areas of corporate, environmental, estate planning, real estate and emerging technology.

practice areas matern law

Bankruptcy

-Chapters 7 Liquidations
-Chapter 11 Business Reorganizations
-Chapter 13 Debt Reorganizations & Payment Plans Learn More

Business Planning

I draw upon my experience in Real Estate, Tax, Estate Planning, and Employment to provides an array of business planning services. Learn More

Business Life Cycle

My Probate and Trust Administration Practice concentrates in the administration of trusts and decedent’s estates.
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Estate Planning

My Estate Planning, Wealth Transfer and Business Succession Practice concentrates in both the personal and tax aspects of estate planning, family wealth transmission, business succession and marital property issues.
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Probate & Trust Administration

My Probate and Trust Administration Practice concentrates in the administration of trusts and decedent’s estates.
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Real Estate Transactions

My Real Estate Practice provides a broad range of real estate services.
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