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“Managing partner of the Austin office, Matt Dow is an experienced trial lawyer who is regularly sought out to handle complex commercial disputes. Clients noted: 'He’s a really smart lawyer and has a good reputation as a trial lawyer.' 'He is known as smart.'”

— Chambers USA

“Matt is an exceptionally effective litigator in commercial and regulatory disputes. He is business-focused and cost-conscious and works tirelessly to achieve positive results for his clients. Matt can be trusted to handle sensitive, bet-the-company issues.”

— Adam Vandervoort, Chief Legal Officer, Teladoc, Inc.

Jackson Walker
James Matthew Dow

James Matthew Dow

Partner, Austin
512.236.2230
mdow@jw.com
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Practice Areas

  • Trial & Appellate Litigation

Experience

  • Business Litigation
  • Labor & Employment Litigation

Biography

…I’m going to make a long speech because I’ve not had time to prepare a short one.
Sir Winston Churchill

Matt Dow is a trial lawyer and the Managing Partner of the Austin office. In his 38 years of practice, Matt has represented clients in business and employment litigation with over 40 trials and arbitrations, including more than 20 jury trials. Matt brings his clients effective advocacy, experienced risk analysis and efficient case management.

Education

B.A., Baylor University
J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law

Bar Admissions

Texas

Court Admissions

  • United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
  • United States District Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas

Practice Experience Recognition & Accolades Community Involvement Attorney News
  • In 2022, Matt successfully prosecuted a former employee and the new employer for theft of trade secrets. Matt secured a six figure settlement and a permanent injunction for his client.
  • In a two week arbitration in 2021, Matt led his trial team in defeating the claimants’ $20 million contract and wrongful termination claims. The claimants’ recovered only a fraction of their $20 million contract claim with a ruling of no wrongful termination.
  • In 2018, Matt represented a data center sued by a cryptocurrency hosting company seeking more than $30 million in damages. Jackson Walker, led by Matt, successfully defeated the plaintiff’s request for an injunction enjoining the collection of rent.
  • In November 2017, Matt concluded a six-year battle with the Texas Medical Board on behalf of Teladoc, an industry leader in telemedicine. During that time, Jackson Walker successfully prosecuted three different lawsuits, four injunction hearings, and one appeal; thereby allowing Teladoc to continue doing business in Texas and paving the way for genuine telemedicine in Texas.
  • In 2011, successfully represented a quasi-governmental entity in Texas facing constitutional challenges. Jackson Walker obtained a summary judgment disposing of all of the claims. In 2012, after the defendants appealed to the Austin Court of Appeals, Jackson Walker, led by Matt, obtained a successful outcome with the Court of Appeals affirming the trial court’s decision, Garza, et al. v. Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Found., Inc., 03-11-00787-CV, 2012 WL 6726685 (Tex. App.–Austin Dec. 19, 2012, no. pet.).
  • In 1994 in one of the first non-compete jury trials in Travis County, Matt successfully represented the former employee in a two-week jury trial on the former employer’s claim for $10 million in damages for theft of trade secrets and unfair competition. The jury found no theft or unfair competition occurred.
  • Successfully represented large telecommunications company in a federal court jury trial in a race and age discrimination case. The trial judge granted a directed verdict after the plaintiff rested her case.
  • Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business
    • Ranked for Litigation: General Commercial – Texas: Austin & Surrounds, 2021-2022
  • The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2012-2023
    • Commercial Litigation, 2012-2023
    • Health Care Law, 2021-2023
    • Litigation – Labor and Employment, 2021-2023
  • Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2006-2022
  • Super Lawyers – Business Litigation, Super Lawyers – Corporate Counsel Edition, 2006-2009, 2012
  • Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America, 2022
  • Austin Parks Foundation, Board Member
  • American Board of Trial Advocates – 2022 President, Austin Chapter
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Austin Bar Association – Litigation and Employment Law Sections
  • Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
  • Austin Bar Foundation, Fellow

October 7, 2022

Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates 36 Attorneys Named Among the Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America

Jackson Walker announces the selection of 36 attorneys to Lawdragon’s inaugural list of the 500 leading litigators in America.

September 21, 2022

Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its 64 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2022

Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.

August 18, 2022

Attorney News

‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 214 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2023 Edition, Including 11 “Lawyers of the Year” and 41 “Ones to Watch”

The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 214 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 79 specialty practice areas in its 2023 edition, including 11 Lawyers of the Year and 41 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.

Chambers USA 2022 guide attorneys

June 1, 2022

Spotlight

Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2022 USA and Global Guides

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 48 attorneys and 16 departments for inclusion in the 2022 edition of the Global and USA guides.

September 22, 2021

Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its 57 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2021

Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.

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September 3, 2021

Newsletters

Labor & Employment Dispatch: September 2021

View the September 2021 edition of the Labor & Employment Dispatch.

August 19, 2021

Attorney News

‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 178 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2022 Edition, Including 8 “Lawyers of the Year” and 31 “Ones to Watch”

The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 178 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 67 specialty practice areas in its 2022 edition, including 8 Lawyers of the Year and 31 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.

May 20, 2021

Spotlight

Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2021 USA and Global Guides

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 41 attorneys and 14 departments for inclusion in the 2021 edition of the Global and USA guides.

Capitol Inside 2021 Texas Lobby Power Rankings - No. 5 Ranking Among Law Firms

February 25, 2021

Spotlight

‘Capitol Inside’ Recognizes Denise Rose and Jackson Walker’s Legislative Team in the 2021 “Texas Lobby Power Rankings”

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the legislative team’s inclusion in the 2021 “Texas Lobby Power Rankings” from Capitol Inside. In addition, Austin partner Denise Rose was elevated to the list of “Hired Guns,” ranking No. 56 among the top lobbyists in the state.

Texas Super Lawyers 2020 with Jackson Walker logo

October 19, 2020

Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its 54 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2020

Spanning five offices, 19 practice areas, and experience ranging from 12 to 52 years, Jackson Walker’s 2020 “Texas Super Lawyers” have been nominated by peers within and outside the Firm.

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Practice Experience

  • In 2022, Matt successfully prosecuted a former employee and the new employer for theft of trade secrets. Matt secured a six figure settlement and a permanent injunction for his client.
  • In a two week arbitration in 2021, Matt led his trial team in defeating the claimants’ $20 million contract and wrongful termination claims. The claimants’ recovered only a fraction of their $20 million contract claim with a ruling of no wrongful termination.
  • In 2018, Matt represented a data center sued by a cryptocurrency hosting company seeking more than $30 million in damages. Jackson Walker, led by Matt, successfully defeated the plaintiff’s request for an injunction enjoining the collection of rent.
  • In November 2017, Matt concluded a six-year battle with the Texas Medical Board on behalf of Teladoc, an industry leader in telemedicine. During that time, Jackson Walker successfully prosecuted three different lawsuits, four injunction hearings, and one appeal; thereby allowing Teladoc to continue doing business in Texas and paving the way for genuine telemedicine in Texas.
  • In 2011, successfully represented a quasi-governmental entity in Texas facing constitutional challenges. Jackson Walker obtained a summary judgment disposing of all of the claims. In 2012, after the defendants appealed to the Austin Court of Appeals, Jackson Walker, led by Matt, obtained a successful outcome with the Court of Appeals affirming the trial court’s decision, Garza, et al. v. Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Found., Inc., 03-11-00787-CV, 2012 WL 6726685 (Tex. App.–Austin Dec. 19, 2012, no. pet.).
  • In 1994 in one of the first non-compete jury trials in Travis County, Matt successfully represented the former employee in a two-week jury trial on the former employer’s claim for $10 million in damages for theft of trade secrets and unfair competition. The jury found no theft or unfair competition occurred.
  • Successfully represented large telecommunications company in a federal court jury trial in a race and age discrimination case. The trial judge granted a directed verdict after the plaintiff rested her case.

Recognition & Accolades

  • Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business
    • Ranked for Litigation: General Commercial – Texas: Austin & Surrounds, 2021-2022
  • The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2012-2023
    • Commercial Litigation, 2012-2023
    • Health Care Law, 2021-2023
    • Litigation – Labor and Employment, 2021-2023
  • Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2006-2022
  • Super Lawyers – Business Litigation, Super Lawyers – Corporate Counsel Edition, 2006-2009, 2012
  • Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America, 2022

Community Involvement

  • Austin Parks Foundation, Board Member
  • American Board of Trial Advocates – 2022 President, Austin Chapter
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Austin Bar Association – Litigation and Employment Law Sections
  • Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
  • Austin Bar Foundation, Fellow

Practice Areas

  • Trial & Appellate Litigation

Experience

  • Business Litigation
  • Labor & Employment Litigation
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