Atty. Matthew Thomas Deffebach

Atty. Matthew Thomas Deffebach

Mr. Matthew Thomas Deffebach is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation, counseling and training and 5 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Thomas Deffebach at a glance

Matthew Thomas Deffebach is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on employment, business, workers comp, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court U.S. Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Te (1999). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1999) and Trinity University (B.A. Political, 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew Thomas Deffebach is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation, counseling and training and 5 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Trinity University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Matthew practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Thomas Deffebach's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Thomas Deffebach handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Matthew Thomas Deffebach is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Matthew Thomas Deffebach is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Texas →

Employment Contracts

Matthew Thomas Deffebach is one of 7,721 employment contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment contracts attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Thomas Deffebach

Where is Matthew Thomas Deffebach's law office located?
Matthew Thomas Deffebach's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Haynes and Boone, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Thomas Deffebach handle?
Matthew Thomas Deffebach focuses on employment, business, workers comp, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Matthew Thomas Deffebach practiced law?
Matthew Thomas Deffebach has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Matthew Thomas Deffebach go to law school?
Matthew Thomas Deffebach earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. Political, 1993).
How can I contact Matthew Thomas Deffebach for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew Thomas Deffebach received?
Matthew Thomas Deffebach's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 1999
B.A. Political
Trinity University
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court U.S. Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Te
Admitted: 1999

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