Mat Cleary
Strategic General Counsel - M&A - Small Business Advisor
With over a decade of experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and expansion strategy, I am committed to providing practical, results-oriented legal solutions for small businesses and individuals. As the Managing Attorney at Heritage Legal Advisors, I focus on helping clients navigate the complexities of business formation, contracts, and estate planning to safeguard their assets and achieve their goals.
Having managed multi-million-dollar commercial agreements and advised on mergers, acquisitions, and market expansions, I bring big-business expertise to small business clients. My career includes saving clients significant costs through meticulous risk management, efficient contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance strategies.
In estate planning, I take a personalized approach, ensuring every client’s legacy is protected while minimizing legal and tax burdens. My goal is to empower families and entrepreneurs with peace of mind and a clear path forward.
At Heritage Legal Advisors, I combine my professional experience with a dedication to client service, helping local businesses and families thrive.
Let’s build your future together.
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
- Cannabis & Marijuana Law
- Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana
- Gov & Administrative Law
- Administrative Law, Government Contracts, Government Finance, Legislative & Government Affairs
- FaceTime
- Google Meet
- Zoom
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Free Consultation
Prospective business clients can book a 30 minute free consultation to discuss the needs of your business and how I can best assist you going forward. - Credit Cards Accepted
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Estate Planning consultations are $150 upfront which will be applied to the services rendered if the client moves forward with the scope of work discussed.
- Washington
- Washington State Bar Association
- ID Number: 50198
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Managing Attorney
- Heritage Corporate & Legacy Advisors
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- General Counsel
- Power Source, Inc.
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- Managing Partner; Senior Transactional Counsel
- Cultiva Law PLLC
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- Vice President of Business Affairs
- Chalice Brands Ltd
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- Vice President of Business Affairs
- Chalice Brands Ltd
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- Director of Regulatory Operations
- Nectar Markets LLC
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- Attorney
- Van Kampen & Crowe PLLC
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- Attorney
- NWMJ Law PLLC
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- University of Colorado Law School
- J.D. (2014) | Corporate Law
- Activities: National Environmental Law Moot Court Competitor Associate Editor of Environmental Law Review
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- Washington State Bar Association # 50198
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- Website
- Vancouver Estate Planning Attorney
- Q. HOA entered my unit without consent during repairs. What actions can I take?
- A: The first step would be going through the HOA agreement to verify there are no other entry rights beyond the emergencies clause. They might have a general right with a certain notice period. If that is not the case, you could potentially have an argument for trespassing and damages, though the amounts would likely be minimal if things were just left messy rather than actually damaged.
- Q. Express Employment won't provide an explanation for not hiring me. What can I do?
- A: No company is obligated to hire any individual so unless you can demonstrate there has been clear discrimination due to gender, sexual orientation, race, etc., there is nothing you can do.
- Q. Will I regain custody after rights termination or pay child support?
- A: Completing the course alone is not enough to answer your question. The court will consider various factors when it comes to custody, like your living situation, ability to care for the child, drug/alcohol use history, etc. And you will likely be required to pay support either way.
