Matthew J. Yao
Fairfax, VA
Practicing family law in Fairfax since 2010.
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- Years practicing
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Matthew J. Yao is an attorney based in Fairfax, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Family Law, Immigration, and Trusts. Matthew has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yao Law Firm PC.
- Based in
- Fairfax, VIRGINIA
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Family Law · Immigration · Trusts
- Handles Family Law, Immigration, and Trusts matters from Fairfax, VIRGINIA.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Matthew J. Yao: Matthew J. Yao is an attorney based in Fairfax, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Family Law, Immigration, and Trusts. Matthew has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yao Law Firm PC.
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Matthew J. Yao represents clients in Fairfax, Virginia across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Matthew J. Yao
Matthew J. Yao, Esq. is an attorney and owner of Yao Law Firm, P.C. His practice is focused primarily on Estate Planning and Probate matters. Mr. Yao is an attorney that likes numbers, which is an unusual combination that has made him a highly sought-after administrator of Trusts, Estates, and Conservatorships.
Dedicated to providing excellent service to his clients, Mr. Yao has received recognition and awards from SuperLawyers, BestLawyers, and Virginia Business LegalElite, among others. His clients appreciate his responsiveness and his talent for explaining difficult concepts in simple terms.
Mr. Yao is proud to be a double Hoo, graduating from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce in 2007 and the UVA School of Law in 2010. He resides in Fairfax, Virginia with his wife Ellen and their son Moses, where they are very involved with their local church.
Credentials
Education
University of Virginia
J.D. · 2010
University of Virginia
B.S. · 2007
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
Virginia
2010 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2025 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — SuperLawyers, Rising Star - 2015-2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Top 10 Under 40, Virginia - 2014-2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Institute of Legal Counsel, 10 Best Estate Planning Attorney, Virginia - 2018-2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Attorney and Practice Magazine, Top 10 Estate Planning Attorney - 2018-2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The National Advocates, Top 40 Under 40, Virginia - 2015-2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Best Attorneys of America - 2018-2022
2026
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What areas of law does Matthew J. Yao practice?
Matthew J. Yao focuses on Family Law, Immigration, and Trusts.
Where is Matthew J. Yao located?
Matthew J. Yao primarily serves clients in Fairfax, Virginia, with an office at 3900 Jermantown Road, Suite 300.
How experienced is Matthew J. Yao?
Matthew J. Yao has 16 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2010.
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