Matthew J. Kita

Matthew J. Kita is Of Counsel at Arias Sanguinetti Wang & Team LLP, where he focuses on appellate advocacy and civil litigation. With extensive experience in both state and federal appellate courts across Texas and California, Matt has built a distinguished reputation for his expertise in authoring briefs, presenting oral arguments, and handling law-and-motion practice over the past 20 years. He is known for his meticulous approach to preparing jury instructions, drafting written opinions to support arbitration awards, and authoring detailed mediation statements. His civil practice is focused on representing victims of personal injury, civil rights violations, and reputational torts.

He has successfully argued cases in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth and Ninth Circuits, the Texas Supreme Court, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, as well as various intermediate appellate courts in both Texas and California. Matt’s exceptional legal acumen has consistently resulted in favorable outcomes for his clients, demonstrating his ability to handle complex and high-stakes litigation.

A native of Buffalo, New York, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Boston College, followed by a Master’s degree in Education Policy from the University of Maryland, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Houston Law Center. After law school, Matt clerked for Justice Eva Guzman on Texas’s Fourteenth District Court of Appeals before beginning his legal career in civil litigation at a boutique firm in Dallas. He later founded his own appellate practice in 2012, which he continues to manage, in addition to his work with Arias Sanguinetti.

Matt has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer every year since 2014 and is regularly listed among D Magazine’s “Best Lawyers in Dallas.” His work has earned him several prestigious honors, including the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association’s “John Howie Award” in 2013 and 2023, an accolade given for courageous pursuit of justice in the face of adversity.

His commitment to justice extends beyond the courtroom. Matt is deeply dedicated to advancing the cause of civil rights and personal injury law, ensuring that his clients receive the representation they deserve.

He is admitted to practice law in California, Texas, and before the Supreme Court of the United States. He is also admitted to the United States Courts of Appeals for the Fourth, Fifth, Eighth, Ninth, and Eleventh Circuits and the United States District Courts for both California and Texas.

Outside of his legal career, Matt is a lifelong fan of the Buffalo Bills, a passion that reflects his personal commitment to perseverance and resilience.

 

Admissions

• California
• Texas
• Supreme Court of the United States
• United States Courts of Appeals for the Fourth, Fifth, Eighth, Ninth, and Eleventh Circuits
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Central, and Southern Districts of California
• United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Western, and Southern Districts of Texas