Matthew J. Mussalli

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Matthew J. Mussalli

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Litigation Lawyer at The Woodlands, TX
Practice Areas: Litigation, Estate Planning, Contracts & Agreements, Personal Injury

24 Waterway Avenue, Suite 830, The Woodlands, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About Matthew

Biography

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Top 100 highest verdicts in the state of Texas in 2015. Call Today!

Top 100 highest verdicts in the state of Texas in 2015. Call Today!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 60%

Commerical Litigation; Construction Litigation; Non-Compete/Nondislcosure and Employment Contract Litigation; Architect/Design Professional Liability; Contested Probate and Guardianship; Wrongful Death & Serious Personal Injury & Breach of Contract.

60%
Estate Planning 20%

20%
Contracts and Agreements 10%

Employment, Non-Compete and Non-Disclosure Agreements, Partnership & Joint Venture Agreements: and General business and personal contracts.

10%
Personal Injury 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 28 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1998

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Matthew J. Mussalli, P.C.

24 Waterway Avenue, Suite 830, The Woodlands, TX, 77380

mussallilaw.com

Online Presence

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Matthew J. Mussalli's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Jason | September 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business

Great Lawyer and Person

Matt has advised me on business decisions and has represented my business in litigation. Matt is very easy to reach with multiple communication channels, will advise you on the best course of action, and tirelessly work towards resolutions that are in your best interest. I couldn't recommend a more... highly competent and excellent attorney to represent your business and personal needs.

Posted by Frank | February 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development

Homebuilder Dispute

Matt handled our case against the homebuilder who built our dream home. His knowledge and experience in the field was the reason we prevailed. Matt is a great listener and communicator. He is very soft spoken which helps relieve the stress of a difficult situation. He always gave us sound advice and ...kept us up to date on all aspects of our case. If I ever need to engage an attorney again, I need not look beyond Matt and his firm. We could not have chosen a better attorney or person.

Posted by John | August 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Partnership

Medical Practice Business Dispute.

At the age of 69 years I sought the advice of Mr. Mussalli. I had originally founded my medical practice as a solo practitioner and later brought in physicians who I thought were honorable. As time went on my partners made efforts to force me out and finally told me that I had to leave. This action... was then followed by a demand for money to cover the cost of finding my replacement and also for corporate debt. Mr. Mussalli was attentive and sympathetic throughout the next five years. He was always available and reassuring. He researched the law on my situation and carefully guided my wife and I through a prolonged period of discovery and depositions. In 2013 we went to trial before a jury who gave us a very favorable verdict. During the trial Matt was methodical and efficient in bringing the facts before the jury. He was always focused and quick to make his point on matters of law. He showed great skill in his oral presentations and witness examination. He assembled a great and hardworking team who were always ready with the appropriate documents. They seemed to have everything at the tip of their fingers. The jury verdict was appealed and went before the 14th Court of Appeals. Matt was well prepared for this eventuality having kept an appellate lawyer informed since our trial. The oral presentation in November 2014 went well for us. In July 2015 the Court of Appeals ruled in our favor on almost every issue "The boys" asked to settle and we received a cash settlement. We had won. In summary I would highly recommend Mr. Mussalli. He is a great listener with an excellent knowledge of the law and an imposing presence in court. He is an ethical, compassionate and caring human being.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2009 | Construction & Development

Matt Mussalli.......the BEST attorney I have ever worked with!!! I would recommend to anyone without reservation!

Over the past twenty years, I have worked with ten attorneys on a variety of matters. I can unequivocally state that Mr. Matthew Mussalli is the best attorney I could ever imagine and he is truly in a league of his own. My case was regarding a construction dispute for several hundred thousand dol...lars and I was in awe in Mr. Mussalli's abilities from the onset. Prior to hiring Mr. Mussalli, I had interviewed three other prominent attorneys for this case and he was the only one with a definable action plan. His knowledge and attention to detail is truly remarkable. In an environment where litigation can be emotionally and financially draining, Mr. Mussalli never lost sight of the primary objecive......representing the client in the most compassionte and fair manner with the best representation. If I, or any acquaintance, EVER need representation again regarding any legal matter, there is only one choice.... It was an honor to have Mr.Mussalli by my side.

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2009 | Partnership

"Matt The Man"

After being kicked to the curb by some business unsavory partners (without warning and certainly without provocation), I didn't take very many nights of lost sleep to know that I had to fight back. After phoning several reputable attorneys in the N. Houston area, Matt was the only one interested in ...hearing the case. Within one hour after meeting, Matt promised that he would take my case, and that I had a good chance if discovery was indeed on our side. Matt proposed several options going forward, and was unrelenting in his motion for discovery, leaving no wiggle room for my ex-partners. In a nutshell, he exposed the flaws in defendants argument, and applied maximum pressure in a swift and professional manner. Matt was serious in his approach, and his attention to legal detail and his precise knowledge of the law had the defendants attorney unable to quash any of our claims. Matt had the upper hand from the first phone call to the settlement. We finished in 120 days.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Member, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2017

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2004

Named Among Houston's Top Lawyers under 40, H Texas Magazine

N/A

Life Member, Psi Chi (National Honor Society in Psychology)

Work Experience

2007 - Present

President, The Mussalli Law Firm

2004 - 2007

Principal, Gauntt & Kruppstadt, LP

1999 - 2004

Principal, Cokinos, Bosien & Young, A Professional Corporation

Associations

1999 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Construction Law Section

Member

1999 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Litigation Section

Member

1999 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section

Member

Montgomery Bar Association

Member

Woodlands Bar Association

Member

Harris County Bar Association

Member

Houston Young Lawyers Association

Member

Woodlands Young Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1995

St. John's University

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

St. John's University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

Woodlands Bar Association

FTC Ban on Non-Competes: What Practitioners Need to Know

2024

Montgomery County Bar Association

FTC Ban on Non-Competes: What Practitioners Need to Know

2017

Lunch and Learn

Texas Premises Liability Basics for the Design Professional

2017

Continuing Legal Education

Cross Examination of Experts: Preparation and Execution

2014

Houston Bar Association

Co-Presenter, Stay in Charge; Managing Experts 101

2010

The Basics Course in Texas Construction Law

Liability and Causes of Action for Design Errors & Omissions

2003

AIA-Houston Chapter Seminar

Legislative and Case Law Update: Rules to Live by for the Texas Architect

Publications

2014

Texas Lawyer, In-House Texas Defining Plaintiff in Claims Against Design Professionals

2007

Texas Lawyer "From Med-Mal Cases to Design Defect Claims:Exploring Expert Affidavits in Suits Against Architects and Engineers

2000

The Review of Litigation "Tick Tock: Rules on the Removal Clock"

1998

New York Law Journal "Free Speech, Liability in Personal Injury Lawsuits"

Languages

Spanish

English

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