Practice areas: Business Litigation, Business & Corporate, Alternative Dispute Resolution; view more
Licensed in Texas since: 2009
Education: Seton Hall University School of Law
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Sparks Law PLLC
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Allen, TX 75013 Visit website
At Sparks Law PLLC in Allen, Texas, Matthew Sparks delivers aggressive, strategic advocacy for high-stakes commercial disputes across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and North Texas. A formidable trial attorney, he concentrates his practice on business-critical litigation, including breach of contract, trade secret misappropriation, fraud and fiduciary duty claims. Whether securing urgent emergency injunctions or navigating complex partnership breakups, he protects his clients' financial interests with relentless precision and deep courtroom knowledge.
Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Sparks serves as a trusted adviser, guiding North Texas businesses through strategic corporate transactions, mergers and governance decisions with significant legal consequences. When disputes demand speed, confidentiality and tactical resolution outside of court, he handles complex private arbitrations through the American Arbitration Association and the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services. Combining sharp transactional insight with proven dispute resolution capabilities, Mr. Sparks provides comprehensive, results-driven legal counsel that secures long-term business stability and defends corporate assets.
Mr. Sparks earned his Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University Law School, laying an academic foundation for his legal practice. Licensed to practice law in Texas since 2009, he brings more than 15 years of broad legal experience to businesses and individuals throughout North Texas. His long-standing tenure at the State Bar of Texas reflects a proven track record of seasoned trial advocacy, strategic corporate counsel and steadfast commitment to the Dallas–Fort Worth legal community.
Tailored client care lies at the heart of Mr. Sparks’ legal philosophy. He takes the time to thoroughly understand each business’s unique goals and vulnerabilities, ensuring every legal approach is crafted specifically for the situation at hand. By combining sharp legal acumen with personal attention, he delivers proactive, highly responsive counsel that protects his clients' immediate interests while positioning their enterprises for long-term success across North Texas.
Practice areas
Business Litigation, Business/Corporate, Alternative Dispute ResolutionFocus areas
Arbitration, Business Formation and Planning, Business Organizations, Contracts, Limited Liability Companies, Mediation, Non-Compete Agreements, Partnership, Sub-chapter S Corporations, Trade Secret
- 40% Business Litigation
- 40% Business/Corporate
- 20% Alternative Dispute Resolution
First Admitted: 2009, Texas
Professional Webpage: https://sparkslitigation.com/about/matthew-w-sparks
Bar / Professional Activity
- State Courts of Texas
- Collin County Bar Association
- State Bar of Texas
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
- U.S. Courts of Appeals, First Circuit
- U.S. Courts of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Gusto Motorsports, Inc. v. Lane, 2017 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 31897 (N.D. Tex. Mar. 7, 2017) — Successfully obtained dismissal of a federal lawsuit against the owner of a business that designs, manufactures, distributes, and sells high-performance automotive parts.
- Katsande v. Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC, 2015 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 18587 (E.D. Tex. Feb. 17, 2015) — Successfully obtained dismissal of a federal lawsuit against one of the nation’s largest home loan servicers.
- Nash & Powers Ins. Servs., Inc. v. Astonish Results, LLC, 2014 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 175060 (E.D. Tenn. May 16, 2014) — Represented a Tennessee insurance agency and successfully defeated the defendants’ motion to dismiss under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6).
Pro bono / Community Service
- Pro Bono Attorney Ad Litem (Education Advocate), Texas Lawyers for Children
- Dallas Museum of Art, Junior Associate
- Dallas Symphony Vivaldi Patron Circle
- Texas Lawyers for Children
Educational Background
- Seton Hall University School of Law - J.D., 2009
- Manhattan School of Music - B.M., 2005
Honors
- Rising Star, Texas Monthly, 2015-2023
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2015 - 2023