Matthew Rawlinson represents a broad array of clients in complex commercial and energy-litigation matters, litigating in various areas, including oil and gas royalty, landowner, operator and pollution disputes, construction issues, insurance and indemnity claims, breach of contract disputes, business torts and other general contractual matters, in many state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels.
With more than 18 years of experience, Matt is well-versed in handling oil and gas industry commercial disputes. He regularly works with investors, energy providers, project developers, underwriters and commodity trading firms to navigate the emerging issues that arise from oilfield services, interstate gas pipeline projects and energy sector contracts.
Matt’s extensive experience includes representing an international drilling contractor and an oil pipeline company in connection with large oil spills, an oil and natural gas company in control of well claims, and an oil and gas company in construction disputes arising out of the sale of crude heaters for a refinery modernization project.
Admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Texas, Matt’s previous experience includes arbitrating numerous cases, and recovering significant sums for clients in energy-related contract disputes.
Awards and Rankings
Selected for inclusion among Texas Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” (2004-2009)
Publications
Articles
Staying Alive?: The Survivability and Assignability of a Deceptive Trade Practice Cause of Action in Texas
36 Hous. L. Rev. 351.
News
In the News
People on the Move - Matthew Rawlinson (January 17, 2020)
Houston Business Journal
Matthew Rawlinson is featured in this Houston Business Journal post for recently being elected partner.
On the Move - Matthew Rawlinson (October 23, 2017)
Oil & Gas Financial Journal
Matthew Rawlinson is mentioned in this Oil & Gas Financial Journal for joining Eversheds Sutherland's Litigation Practice Group as counsel in the Houston office. Matthew represents a broad array of ...
People on the Move - Matthew Rawlinson (September 6, 2017)
Houston Business Journal
Matthew Rawlinson is featured in this Houston Business Journal article for joining Eversheds Sutherland's Litigation Practice Group as counsel in the Houston office.
Eversheds Sutherland Adds New Litigation Counsel in Houston (September 5, 2017)
CityBizList - Houston
Matthew Rawlinson is featured in this Houston CityBizList article for joining the Eversheds Sutherland's Litigation Practice Group as counsel in Houston. Matt represents clients in complex commercial ...
Press Releases
Eversheds Sutherland Elects Six New US Partners (December 19, 2019)
Eversheds Sutherland is pleased to announce the election of six new US partners effective January 1, 2020. Eversheds Sutherland Co-CEO Mark D. Wasserman commented: “It is an honor to welcome this ...
Eversheds Sutherland Expands in Houston with Litigation Counsel Matthew Rawlinson (September 5, 2017)
HOUSTON-Eversheds Sutherland is pleased to announce that Matthew C. Rawlinson has joined the Litigation Practice Group in the Houston office. Prior to joining Eversheds Sutherland, Mr. Rawlinson ...
