Matt C. Acosta

A partner with the Houston-based Platt Richmond PLLC in Texas, attorney Matt C. Acosta is passionate about handling complex commercial and intellectual property litigation matters. He is a trusted advisor in his field and has experience resolving legal issues regarding breaches of contract, trade secret disputes, patent and trademark litigation, breach of warranty claims and banking and insurance matters.Mr. Acosta’s legal career began with clerkships for federal and state judges, including the Honorable Leonard Davis of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, the Honorable Walter Smith Jr. of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas and the Honorable Judge Robert Pemberton at the Texas Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit. He earned his Juris Doctor from Baylor University School of Law, where he graduated cum laude with a dual focus on general and commercial litigation. During his time at the law school, he served as a senior executive editor and articles editor for the Baylor Law Review and was actively involved in the mock trial and moot court teams.In his litigation practice, Mr. Acosta provides comprehensive counsel at all stages of the trial process. This includes developing cost-effective litigation strategies, managing the complexities of discovery, negotiating favorable settlements and representing clients in court. His litigation experience extends across the U.S., with cases handled in multiple states, including Illinois, Florida, Georgia and more. He has also practiced before the United States Court of Appeals for the 5th and Federal Circuits.In addition to his trial practice, Mr. Acosta assists clients in devising and implementing intellectual property strategies for protection. This involves evaluating the costs and benefits of trademark, trade secret and patent protection, conducting infringement and liability analyses and offering general IP counseling. He has represented and advised clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups in various industries, including consumer electronics, biomedical, internet and technology services and telecommunication technology sectors.Mr. Acosta is affiliated with various professional organizations, including the American Bar Association, the Dallas Bar Association, The Honorable Barbara M.G. Lynn American Inn of Court and several legal foundations. He has been recognized for his legal acumen and leadership, having been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine.