Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish, Tax Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
focused on Tax, Tax Litigation, and Trusts
Cleveland, OH
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Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Tax, Tax Litigation, and Trusts. Currently practicing at Frantz Ward LLP.
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- Cleveland, OHIO
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- Tax · Tax Litigation · Trusts
- Handles Tax, Tax Litigation, and Trusts matters from Cleveland, OHIO.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Cleveland) (2026).
About Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish: Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Tax, Tax Litigation, and Trusts. Currently practicing at Frantz Ward LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Matthew takes on
Matthew concentrates on tax, tax litigation, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax
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Tax Litigation
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Trusts
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Tax cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Matthew takes tax matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Matthew agrees to represent you.
Tax Litigation cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Matthew takes tax litigation matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Matthew agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Matthew takes trusts matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Matthew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish — tax lawyer in Cleveland
Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Tax, Tax Litigation, and Trusts. Currently practicing at Frantz Ward LLP.
Matt's practice covers a wide range of tax-related areas, including estate planning and business succession, foreign bank account reporting (FBAR) and related issues, entity taxation, exempt organizations, and representation of clients before the Internal Revenue Service and U.S. Tax Court.
Matt formerly served as an attorney-advisor to Judge Herbert L. Chabot of the U.S. Tax Court, and, in addition to Cleveland, has practiced in Honolulu, Hawaii, and Washington D.C.
Matt has spoken nationally on various tax and estate planning related topics. He is a Fellow of both the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and the American College of Tax Counsel (ACTC), and was named Best Lawyers' Cleveland Tax Law "Lawyer of the Year" (2013), Tax Litigation and Controversy (2014-2015, 2017), and Trusts and Estates (2018). Matt is listed in The Best Lawyers in America in the areas of Tax-Litigation & Controversy and Trusts & Estates, and is named to the Ohio Super Lawyers list, where he ranks in the Top 100 Lawyers in Ohio and Top 50 Lawyers in Cleveland. Matt is also ranked Band 1, the highest recognition, in the Chambers USA High Net Worth Guide (2018-2021).
In his free time, Matt represents the nation's small businesses with the Small Business Council of America (SBCA), the voice of privately-owned business in Washington, D.C. on income and estate tax, benefits and health care matters. He has served for many years as the SBCA's Vice-President of Legislation, and testified in 2007 at the invitation of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee on tax relief for small businesses. Since 2012, Matt has served as CEO of the SBCA.
Matthew's approach to tax cases
Matt's practice covers a wide range of tax-related areas, including estate planning and business succession, foreign bank account reporting (FBAR) and related issues, entity taxation, exempt organizations, and representation of clients before the Internal Revenue Service and U.S. Tax Court. Matt formerly served as an attorney-advisor to Judge Herbert L. Chabot of the U.S. Tax Court, and, in…
The kind of cases Matthew takes
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax, tax litigation, and trusts matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Case Western Reserve University
J.D. · 1987
New York University
LL.M in Taxation · 1988
Williams College
BA · 1984
Jurisdictions
Matthew's state bar admissions
Ohio, State of Ohio
ACTIVE
Matthew studied at J.D. in Case Western Reserve University, LL.M in Taxation in New York University, and BA in Williams College.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. in Case Western Reserve University, LL.M in Taxation in New York University, and BA in Williams College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Matthew has received 25 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Cleveland)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Cleveland)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Cleveland)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Cleveland)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Cleveland)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Cleveland)
2015
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Cleveland)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Foreign Bank Account Reporting (FBAR)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy – Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit Organizations and Charitable Giving
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Succession Planning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts & Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer-Reviewed Rated- Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA High Net Worth Guide, Band 1 (2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named to the Ohio Super Lawyers list (2006-2019); Ohio Super Lawyers Top 50 in Cleveland (2017-2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named to The Best Lawyers in America in the areas of Tax-Litigation & Controversy; Tax; and Trust & Estates (2009-2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of the Distinguished Estate Planner Award from the Estate Planning Council of Cleveland (2010)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of Exceptional Service Award from the Estate Planning Council of Cleveland (2010)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of the Connie Murdoch Award from Small Business Council of America (SBCA) (2007)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Cleveland) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Cleveland) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Cleveland) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Cleveland) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Cleveland) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Cleveland) (2015).
Locations
Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish's office in Cleveland
Matthew's primary office is at 200 Public Square, Suite 3000, Cleveland, Ohio, 44114. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matthew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew'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; Matthew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 Matthew
Matthew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matthew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matthew F. "Matt" Kadish
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matthew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matthew offer a free consultation?
Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple tax 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. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside Cleveland?
Matthew is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Matthew 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 Matthew?
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. Matthew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matthew accepting new tax clients right now?
Matthew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax attorneys serving Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati in Ohio
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