Matthew Whittaker - Henderson, NV
Attorney at Michaelson Law
Litigation Lawyers in Henderson, NV
1746 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy Henderson, NV 89012
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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13
Years
Experience
Henderson Litigation Lawyer
Updated: 04/20/2026
Areas of Practice
- Litigation
Attorney Information
Overview
Matthew Whittaker is an experienced litigator at Michaelson Law, specializing in contested business and estate matters. With a decade of legal practice, he has represented individuals and businesses in a wide range of disputes, including business litigation, real estate litigation, civil litigation, commercial litigation, and bankruptcy. Matthew’s comprehensive litigation background allows him to skillfully handle lawsuits from start to finish, offering strategic and tailored solutions for his clients.
Matthew began his legal career clerking in the Appellate Unit of the Clark County District Attorney’s Office, where he drafted extensive appellate briefs for cases ranging from minor offenses to complex death penalty matters. This formative experience honed his research and writing skills and provided him with a solid foundation for navigating intricate legal issues.
A proud Nevada native, Matthew has spent most of his life in the state. His family settled in Las Vegas after moving from Sparks when he was two years old. Matthew earned his bachelor’s degree in economics with a minor in political science from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, in 2010. He returned to Nevada to attend the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV, where he earned his Juris Doctorate.
Since entering private practice, Matthew has developed a reputation for his ability to dissect complex legal challenges and deliver practical, effective solutions. His dedication to understanding each client’s unique circumstances enables him to achieve favorable outcomes in even the most contentious disputes.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Rising Star | Super Lawyers, 2024 - Present
Other Sources of Feedback About Matthew Whittaker
Included on the 2026 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada,
Las Vegas,
Nevada, 2013
Juris Doctorate
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William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada,
Las Vegas,
Nevada, 2013
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Non Legal Education
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Brigham Young University, 2010
B.A.
Major: Economics & Political Science
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Brigham Young University, 2010
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Languages
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English
Bar Admissions
- Nevada, 2013
Other Affiliations
- Nevada Justice Association
- American Bar Association – Tort, Trial, & Insurance Section
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Contact
1746 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy
Henderson, NV 89012
Phone: 702-731-2333
Email: Send a message
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM
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