Experience
Matthew Goins is a detail-oriented attorney in the Firm’s Tax and Trust and Estates practice groups. Matthew’s practice includes tax strategy. estate planning, and business advising for individuals and families. Drawing on his experience, Matthew brings a thoughtful and personalized approach to helping clients preserve wealth, minimize tax burdens, and navigate complex legal structures.
Matthew advises clients on:
- Wealth management
- Trust and estate planning
- Business formation and dissolution
- Real estate transactions
- Federal and state tax issues
After law school, Matthew practiced law in Vermont and Massachusetts, where he assisted clients with estate planning, trust, and tax issues. Matthew tailored memoranda on tax and business planning strategies and provided legal guidance on trust amendments, reformation, and decanting.
Known for his clear communication, strategic thinking, and commitment to client success, Matthew is passionate about helping businesses and families build lasting legacies through thoughtful legal planning.
Professional and Civic Engagement:
- Member, LawPact®
- Admitted to practice in Ohio and Massachusetts
- Admitted to Practice in all Ohio courts
- Assist Northeast Ohio non-profit providing reintegration and financial literacy education to incarcerated, at-risk youth
- Presented at educational seminars, sharing insights on federal and state-level tax planning techniques
When he’s not practicing law, Matthew enjoys exploring Cleveland’s vibrant food and brewery scene, reacquainting himself with the area, and spending time with friends and family.
Contact Info
Education
J.D., cum laude, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University
B.A., cum laude, fine arts/theater, Ohio University
