Honorable Judge Sylvia Matthews

Honorable Judge Sylvia Matthews is a problem solver who views each dispute as one that deserves resolution.  With more than ten years of experience as a trial judge and more than 20 years as a litigator in private practice, Sylvia has the experience to help the parties reach resolution through mediation, or through arbitration.

Judge Matthews is married to Murray Fogler. Sylvia enjoys theater, architecture, running, and spending time with her husband and family.

Education  + -

  • The University of South Carolina School of Law
    JD
  • The College of Charleston
    Mathmatics, BS; Cum Laude
  • Texas Board of Legal Specialization
    Board Certified in Civil Trial Law

Experience  + -

  • 281st District Court
    Judge   10+ Years
  • American Arbitration Association
    Arbitrator
  • State of Texas
    Visitin Judge
  • Statewide Multi-District Litigations
    MDL Judge
  • Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
    Litigation Partner

Memberships & Affiliations  + -

  • The University of South Carolina School of Law; Law Review
    Member
  • The University of South Carolina School of Law; The Moot Court Bar
    Member
  • The University of South Carolina School of Law; National Moot Court Team
    Member
  • Texas Association of Civil Trial and Appellate Specialits (TACTAS)
    Past President

Honors & Awards  + -

  • HBA President’s Award for exemplary service and leadership through Hurricane Harvey
    2018
  • HBA President’s Award for outstanding service as co-chair of the Administration of Justice Committee
    2017