Matthew A. Guttman

Matthew A. Guttman advises Minnesotans on estate planning and the legal steps that follow a loved one’s death. His practice focuses on wills, trusts, health care directives, probate, and trust administration, helping clients make organized decisions during important planning moments and difficult transitions with steady, professional legal guidance.

Matthew earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Binghamton University’s School of Management in Binghamton, New York. He earned his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law in New York, where he also served as associate editor of the Fordham International Law Journal, strengthening his background in legal research and writing. His estate planning work helps individuals and families prepare documents that reflect their goals, protect their wishes, and support future decision-making. By addressing wills, trusts, and health care directives, he helps clients plan for property management, medical choices, and responsibilities that may arise during incapacity or after death.

A significant part of Matthew’s law career involves estate administration and probate. He guides families through probate proceedings, trust administration, court requirements, asset organization, and communication among interested parties. His approach emphasizes efficiency, accuracy, and compassionate support for clients managing legal obligations after loss, with structure, patience, and care. He also values a team-based planning process. When appropriate, he works with financial advisors, accountants, and other professional advisors to help create estate plans aligned with each client’s goals. This collaborative method supports coordinated decision-making and helps clients address legal, financial, and administrative concerns with greater clarity in each matter.

Matthew A. Guttman helps people understand their options, complete necessary estate documents, and navigate administration matters with confidence. His representation is designed to reduce confusion, support families, and provide steady direction during sensitive legal situations and needed reassurance. His career reflects a commitment to professional estate planning, probate guidance, and client-centered service across Minnesota. Through compassionate representation, detailed preparation, and trusted counsel, he helps people protect their wishes, care for loved ones, and manage estate-related responsibilities with organization, respect, and confidence at every key stage of the legal process.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Guttman Law, PLLC
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Minnesota
• New York

Education

• Fordham University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Binghamton University
  Bachelor’s Degree

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