Matthew John Monaghan

Matthew John Monaghan, a native of Merritt Island, Florida, has dedicated his career to serving the legal needs of Brevard County and its surrounding areas. With a strong educational foundation that includes a bachelor's degree in accounting, a master's degree in taxation, and a law degree, Matthew offers a distinctive perspective that combines law, accounting, and taxation expertise.

Before entering the legal field, Matthew obtained his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and gained extensive experience in both public and private accounting. This unique combination of skills enhances his ability to provide exceptional legal counsel.

For the past 15 years, Matthew has been practicing in the same Cocoa office, focusing on business law, wills, trusts, probate, real estate, and asset protection. His business law practice encompasses structuring and negotiating complex commercial contracts, mergers, entity formation, shareholder agreements, and more. He also acts as general corporate counsel for numerous local businesses, advising on intricate transactions and everyday legal inquiries.

In his role as an estate planning attorney, Matthew assists families with creating and managing revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and other essential legal documents. He specializes in reducing or eliminating Federal Estate Taxes for wealthy clients by utilizing his background in accounting and taxation. Matthew is a trusted advisor for local families, often serving as their first point of contact in legal emergencies.

Matthew is also a frequent speaker at local seminars, sharing his knowledge on estate planning and asset protection. His real estate practice includes representing clients in residential and commercial transactions, ensuring their interests are protected in every deal.