Matthew R. Baughman

Matthew R. Baughman is an accomplished estate planning attorney who focuses on guiding individuals, families, and fiduciaries through all aspects of estate and trust administration. Board Certified in estate planning and probate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, he delivers trusted legal counsel tailored to each client’s financial and personal legacy goals.

Matthew earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Houston in 2005, graduating magna cum laude. He then obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Houston Law Center in 2009, graduating cum laude, where he served as Articles Editor for the Houston Journal of International Law and was inducted into the Order of the Barons.

Matthew’s practice spans estate and tax planning, asset preservation, and probate matters. He regularly advises high-net-worth individuals, business owners, professionals, and trustees on managing and protecting complex estates. Matthew works closely with clients to implement effective strategies for wealth transfer and long-term planning.

Recognized for his outstanding legal work, Matthew was selected as a 2019 Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star in Estate Planning and Administration. He is an active member of the State Bar of Texas, the American Bar Association, the Houston Bar Association, the Houston Business and Estate Planning Council, and the Houston Estate and Financial Forum, reflecting his deep involvement in the estate planning and probate law community.

With years of focused experience, Matthew R. Baughman provides detail-oriented and personalized estate planning services designed to safeguard family wealth and uphold fiduciary responsibilities. His commitment to precision and client service makes him a valuable resource for those navigating complex probate and trust matters in the state of Texas.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Porter Hedges LLP
• Member, State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section
• Member, American Bar Association, Real Property, Probate, and Trust Section
• Member, Houston Bar Association, Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Section
• Member, Houston Business and Estate Planning Council
• Member, Houston Estate and Financial Forum

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• University of Houston Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Houston
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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