Matt Owens

Matt Owens is a versatile litigator representing clients in matters where family dynamics, fiduciary obligations and private wealth intersect. His clients include high-net-worth individuals and families, corporate trustees, foundations and their board members, and licensed professional fiduciaries.

Matt handles a wide range of trust, estate, and inheritance litigation matters in probate court, including trust contests, elder abuse actions, accountings, contested conservatorships, foundation disputes and claims involving breach of fiduciary duty. Matt also litigates cases in civil court, including breach of contract and tort claims, and has tried high-stakes cases up and down the California coast.

Matt has been certified as a specialist in estate planning, trust and probate law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. He frequently speaks and writes on trust and estate litigation topics.