Mathew Wrenshall, Trusts Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 14 years of legal practice
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing trusts in Los Angeles since 2012.
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Mathew Wrenshall is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Trusts. Mathew has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at RMO LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- Trusts
- Handles Trusts matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026).
About Mathew Wrenshall: Mathew Wrenshall is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Trusts. Mathew has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at RMO LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mathew takes on
Mathew concentrates on trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mathew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Trusts cases in Los Angeles, California
Mathew takes trusts matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mathew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mathew Wrenshall — trusts lawyer in Los Angeles
Mathew Wrenshall is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Trusts. Mathew has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at RMO LLP.
Mat is the Managing Partner in the Pasadena office of RMO LLP. He handles disputes over contested wills, trusts, and conservatorships in probate court as well as business disputes in a wide variety of contexts, with a focus in the financial services space. Using his lengthy experience as a litigator, Mat works closely with clients to resolve complex disputes that often involve complicated family dynamics. Mat has experience with claims relating to disinheritance, elder abuse, and undue influence, and is experienced at finding creative solutions to what are often fraught and emotional situations.
Mat graduated from Harvard University with an A.B. in History and Literature. While at Harvard, Mat was a member of the varsity swim team and was Eastern Conference champion in the 200 yard freestyle. He was also a member of the Harvard Lampoon. After working for a large private wealth manager, Mat attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, graduating cum laude. At Pitt, Mat served on the University of Pittsburgh Journal of Law and Commerce, and won the CALI award in Evidence.
Working with Mathew on a trusts matter
Mat is the Managing Partner in the Pasadena office of RMO LLP. He handles disputes over contested wills, trusts, and conservatorships in probate court as well as business disputes in a wide variety of contexts, with a focus in the financial services space. Using his lengthy experience as a litigator, Mat works closely with clients to resolve complex disputes that often involve complicated family…
Clients Mathew works with
Mathew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for trusts matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Pittsburgh
J.D.
Jurisdictions
Mathew's state bar admissions
California, The Stat
2012 · ACTIVE
California, The Stat
2012 · ACTIVE
California, The Stat
2012 · ACTIVE
California, The Stat
2012 · ACTIVE
Mathew studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh.
Law school and academic background
Mathew completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mathew runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Mathew has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s,” Los Angeles Business Journal, 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Top Litigator,” Los Angeles Business Journal, Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Lawyers, 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Super Lawyer”,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Southern California Super Lawyers, 2023-2025
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — “Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s,” Los Angeles Business Journal, 2023 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — “Top Litigator,” Los Angeles Business Journal, Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Lawyers, 2024 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — “Super Lawyer”, (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers (2026).
Locations
Mathew Wrenshall's office in Los Angeles
Mathew's primary office is at 901 Bringham Avenue, Los Angeles, California, 90049. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mathew Wrenshall — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new trusts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mathew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mathew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mathew's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mathew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a trusts attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many trusts matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mathew
Mathew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in trusts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every trusts matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mathew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mathew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many trusts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mathew Wrenshall
How much does it cost to hire Mathew for a trusts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mathew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mathew offer a free consultation?
Mathew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mathew's office. Some trusts attorneys offer free consults — check Mathew's current terms during booking.
How long do trusts cases in California typically take?
Simple trusts matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mathew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mathew take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Mathew is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mathew will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mathew?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mathew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mathew accepting new trusts clients right now?
Mathew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Trusts attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Mathew handles trusts matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified trusts attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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