I truly enjoy the intellectual challenges I encounter daily as a counselor and a litigator. It’s gratifying to fit disparate, factual puzzle pieces together into a story that I can use to advocate for my clients in an effective and efficient manner. Crucial skills such as my close attention to detail, willingness to dive in to a case, ability to retain facts, and habit of getting to know all relevant documents backwards and forwards help me procure results that solve their problems and advance their business goals.
Texas, 2012
Federal Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Texas
The University of Texas School of Law, JD 2009-2012
Delta Theta Phi – Dean
Texas Environmental Law Journal
The University of Texas at Austin, BA, Government 2009
Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation, 2024-2025
Chambers and Partners USA Up & Coming, Litigation: General Commercial, 2023-2024
Benchmark Future Star, Benchmark Litigation, 2025
Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under, 2024
Texas Super Lawyers, 2023-2024
Texas Rising Stars, 2017-2022
Burford Perry, alongside the Kim Law Firm and Eversheds Sutherland, represented a multinational engineering, procurement, and construction company, in securing an injunction against a $77 million draw on a letter of credit based on fraud arising out of two $1.2 billion EPC contracts.
Burford Perry, with Flood Trial Lawyers, represented midstream energy logistics provider TYR Energy Logistics in a $25 million breach of contract suit filed by oil and petrochemical supplier/seller IWC Oil & Refinery. Through two years of arbitration and a final hearing, we defeated IWC’s claims in full and prevailed on our counterclaims of $1.9 million. We were then able to confirm the arbitration award and immediately recover $1.4 million from an injunction bond posted by IWC at the start of the case. IWC Oil & Refinery, LLC v. TYR Energy Logistics, LLC, et al., American Arbitration Association Case No. 01-22-0001-3134
Burford Perry represented the former General Counsel of LNG company Tellurian Inc. and co-founder of Parallax Enterprises against claims brought by rival LNG company Cheniere Energy. Cheniere sued Parallax, Tellurian, and Tellurian’s founding officers, including Cheniere’s former CEO Charif Souki, alleging breach of a significant promissory note. Parallax brought claims against Cheniere for breaching a $500 million joint development agreement. Following two years of litigation, Burford Perry filed a summary judgment leading Cheniere to dismiss its claims against our client. Parallax Enterprises LLC v. Cheniere Energy, Inc. v. Tellurian, Inc., et al., Cause No. 2017-49685 in the 61st District Court of Harris Court, Texas
In a series of related cases, Burford Perry represented six plaintiffs who invested millions of dollars into Panton, Inc., a “big data” technology startup that purported to leverage artificial intelligence for the insurance industry. We proved that Panton had misrepresented its technology and misstated its financials, resulting in recouping nearly all of our clients’ investments through confidential, pre-trial settlements. Panton, Inc. securities litigation, Harris County, Texas: Cause No. 2018-50246; Cause No. 2017-59023; and Cause No. 2017-77055
Burford Perry represented the defendants in a suit brought to compel specific performance of a contract for the sale of a 50% interest in a series of very valuable mineral and royalty interests in Louisiana. We were able to discover misdeeds by the plaintiff in the underlying transaction, forcing a confidential, very advantageous settlement. William R. “Rusty” Nichols v. Robert H. Moses and Moses Gulf Coast Holdings, L.P., Cause No. 2019-13716
Burford Perry represented the seller of a successful chemical standards company in a case seeking liquidated damages and enforcement of a non-complete arising out of the sale transaction. After winning partial summary judgment declaring the liquidated damages clause and non-compete unenforceable, we effectively ended plaintiff’s ability to recoup damages and forced a favorable settlement. Red Ball Technical Gas Servs., Inc. v. Hua, Cause No. 2016-63707 in the 234th Judicial District of Harris County, Texas
Burford Perry represented an investor in a high rise condo project that was not being developed on schedule. On the eve of the related arbitration, we obtained a very favorable settlement for Ms. Lizeroux. Lehang Lizeroux v. Great Texas Regional Center, LLC, et al., Cause No. 2017-58912 in the 334th Judicial District of Harris County, Texas
Burford Perry represented the founder of Life Partners, Brian Pardo, in suit seeking $700 million for breaches of fiduciary duty and violations of the Texas Securities Act relating to an alleged Ponzi Scheme. We were able to narrow the claims significantly pre-trial through various motions. We then defeated nearly all of plaintiffs’ claims, leading to a very favorable post-judgment settlement. Thomas Moran II, as Trustee for Life Partners Holdings, Inc. v. Brian Pardo, et al, Adversary No. 15-04079-RFN in the Northern District of Texas, Fort Worth Division
I received both my JD and BA degrees from the University of Texas, so I’m a double Longhorn and a very dedicated fan of UT sports. I’m also a committeeman and lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Matt Parks excels in complex business and commercial litigation, tackling intellectual challenges with a keen eye for detail and a strong memory for facts. This meticulous approach translates into compelling narratives that effectively advocate for his clients' best interests.
Matt has a proven track record of success across diverse industries like oil and gas, healthcare, and real estate. His expertise spans a wide range of disputes, representing individuals and businesses of all sizes in contractual disagreements, partnership dissolutions, and securities lawsuits.
Before joining Burford Perry in 2015, Matt honed his courtroom skills at a prestigious Texas litigation boutique. Since then, he has actively participated in numerous jury trials and arbitrations, consistently securing favorable outcomes for clients.
Understanding the stress legal challenges can cause, Matt maintains a calm and reasoned demeanor in both courtroom advocacy and negotiation. Transparent communication is a cornerstone of his practice, ensuring clients are informed about timelines, budgets, potential outcomes, and associated fees.
Recognized by Chambers and Partners for General Litigation in Houston, Matt builds trust with clients through responsiveness, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to their success. Beyond providing exceptional legal representation, Matt fosters strong working relationships, prioritizing client needs throughout the legal process.
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Matt Parks excels in complex business and commercial litigation, tackling intellectual challenges with a keen eye for detail and a strong memory for facts. This meticulous approach translates into compelling narratives that effectively advocate for his clients' best interests.
Matt has a proven track record of success across diverse industries like oil and gas, healthcare, and real estate. His expertise spans a wide range of disputes, representing individuals and businesses of all sizes in contractual disagreements, partnership dissolutions, and securities lawsuits.
Before joining Burford Perry in 2015, Matt honed his courtroom skills at a prestigious Texas litigation boutique. Since then, he has actively participated in numerous jury trials and arbitrations, consistently securing favorable outcomes for clients.
Understanding the stress legal challenges can cause, Matt maintains a calm and reasoned demeanor in both courtroom advocacy and negotiation. Transparent communication is a cornerstone of his practice, ensuring clients are informed about timelines, budgets, potential outcomes, and associated fees.
Recognized by Chambers and Partners for General Litigation in Houston, Matt builds trust with clients through responsiveness, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to their success. Beyond providing exceptional legal representation, Matt fosters strong working relationships, prioritizing client needs throughout the legal process.
The University of Texas School of Law, JD 2009-2012
Delta Theta Phi – Dean
Texas Environmental Law Journal
The University of Texas at Austin, BA, Government 2009
Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation, 2024-2025
Chambers and Partners USA Up & Coming, Litigation: General Commercial, 2023-2024
Benchmark Future Star, Benchmark Litigation, 2025
Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under, 2024
Texas Super Lawyers, 2023-2024
Texas Rising Stars, 2017-2022
I received both my JD and BA degrees from the University of Texas, so I’m a double Longhorn and a very dedicated fan of UT sports. I’m also a committeeman and lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Texas, 2012
Federal Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Texas
Burford Perry, alongside the Kim Law Firm and Eversheds Sutherland, represented a multinational engineering, procurement, and construction company, in securing an injunction against a $77 million draw on a letter of credit based on fraud arising out of two $1.2 billion EPC contracts.
Burford Perry, with Flood Trial Lawyers, represented midstream energy logistics provider TYR Energy Logistics in a $25 million breach of contract suit filed by oil and petrochemical supplier/seller IWC Oil & Refinery. Through two years of arbitration and a final hearing, we defeated IWC’s claims in full and prevailed on our counterclaims of $1.9 million. We were then able to confirm the arbitration award and immediately recover $1.4 million from an injunction bond posted by IWC at the start of the case. IWC Oil & Refinery, LLC v. TYR Energy Logistics, LLC, et al., American Arbitration Association Case No. 01-22-0001-3134
Burford Perry represented the former General Counsel of LNG company Tellurian Inc. and co-founder of Parallax Enterprises against claims brought by rival LNG company Cheniere Energy. Cheniere sued Parallax, Tellurian, and Tellurian’s founding officers, including Cheniere’s former CEO Charif Souki, alleging breach of a significant promissory note. Parallax brought claims against Cheniere for breaching a $500 million joint development agreement. Following two years of litigation, Burford Perry filed a summary judgment leading Cheniere to dismiss its claims against our client. Parallax Enterprises LLC v. Cheniere Energy, Inc. v. Tellurian, Inc., et al., Cause No. 2017-49685 in the 61st District Court of Harris Court, Texas
In a series of related cases, Burford Perry represented six plaintiffs who invested millions of dollars into Panton, Inc., a “big data” technology startup that purported to leverage artificial intelligence for the insurance industry. We proved that Panton had misrepresented its technology and misstated its financials, resulting in recouping nearly all of our clients’ investments through confidential, pre-trial settlements. Panton, Inc. securities litigation, Harris County, Texas: Cause No. 2018-50246; Cause No. 2017-59023; and Cause No. 2017-77055
Burford Perry represented the defendants in a suit brought to compel specific performance of a contract for the sale of a 50% interest in a series of very valuable mineral and royalty interests in Louisiana. We were able to discover misdeeds by the plaintiff in the underlying transaction, forcing a confidential, very advantageous settlement. William R. “Rusty” Nichols v. Robert H. Moses and Moses Gulf Coast Holdings, L.P., Cause No. 2019-13716
Burford Perry represented the seller of a successful chemical standards company in a case seeking liquidated damages and enforcement of a non-complete arising out of the sale transaction. After winning partial summary judgment declaring the liquidated damages clause and non-compete unenforceable, we effectively ended plaintiff’s ability to recoup damages and forced a favorable settlement. Red Ball Technical Gas Servs., Inc. v. Hua, Cause No. 2016-63707 in the 234th Judicial District of Harris County, Texas
Burford Perry represented an investor in a high rise condo project that was not being developed on schedule. On the eve of the related arbitration, we obtained a very favorable settlement for Ms. Lizeroux. Lehang Lizeroux v. Great Texas Regional Center, LLC, et al., Cause No. 2017-58912 in the 334th Judicial District of Harris County, Texas
Burford Perry represented the founder of Life Partners, Brian Pardo, in suit seeking $700 million for breaches of fiduciary duty and violations of the Texas Securities Act relating to an alleged Ponzi Scheme. We were able to narrow the claims significantly pre-trial through various motions. We then defeated nearly all of plaintiffs’ claims, leading to a very favorable post-judgment settlement. Thomas Moran II, as Trustee for Life Partners Holdings, Inc. v. Brian Pardo, et al, Adversary No. 15-04079-RFN in the Northern District of Texas, Fort Worth Division
