Ballotpedia, Matthew Kolodoski

Matthew is from Frisco, Texas. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science and history from the University of Houston and a law degree from Southern Methodist University School of Law. Matthew is married and has a son.

Matthew currently works as a partner of the law firm, Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons L.L.P, where he previously worked as a litigation attorney. He also worked as a law clerk for the Honorable Irma C. Ramirez on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas and as an attorney at Mackoy Hernandez & Qualls, LLP. 

Matthew J. Kolodoski's campaign for Place 9 Judge of the Texas 5th District Court of Appeals is his first run for public office. 

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As a litigation attorney, has represented clients in state and federal courts and is certified in Consumer and Commercial Law and Insurance Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

As a partner at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons L.L.P. for 4 years, Kolodoski manages key client relationships, pursues new clients, mentors junior lawyers, oversees certain areas of legal practice, and provides legal counsel and representation to clients.

As a litigation attorney, has represented clients in state and federal courts in Texas, focusing on civil litigation and appellate matters.

As a litigation attorney, Kolodoski researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and represented clients in state and federal courts in Texas, focusing on civil litigation and appellate matters.

As an attorney at Mackoy Hernandez & Qualls, LLP for 1 year, Kolodoski researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.

Frequently authors and speaks at legal seminars on litigation, insurance law, and constitutional law topics.

- As a partner at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons L.L.P. for 4 years, Kolodoski manages key client relationships, pursues new clients, mentors junior lawyers, oversees certain areas of legal practice, and provides legal counsel and representation to clients.
- As a litigation attorney, Kolodoski researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and represented clients in state and federal courts in Texas, focusing on civil litigation and appellate matters.
- As an attorney at Mackoy Hernandez & Qualls, LLP for 1 year, Kolodoski researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.
- Frequently authors and speaks at legal seminars on litigation, insurance law, and constitutional law topics.

Legal Experience

As of September 7, 2024, Matthew J. Kolodoski’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Judicial Administration

Believes all individuals and corporations deserve a fair opportunity to present their case and judges who will listen to their arguments.

Said, "Whether you are rich or poor, an individual or a corporation, a plaintiff or a defendant, you deserve to have a fair opportunity to present your case."

Said he is "committed to applying the plain words of the law and never legislating from the bench."

Promises to "be a fair and unbiased judge who applies the plain words of the law and does not legislate from the bench."

- Said, "Whether you are rich or poor, an individual or a corporation, a plaintiff or a defendant, you deserve to have a fair opportunity to present your case."
- Promises to "be a fair and unbiased judge who applies the plain words of the law and does not legislate from the bench."

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Matthew J. Kolodoski

Served as a law clerk for a U.S. District Court judge.

Believes his experience as a civil litigator will provide valuable expertise to the court.

Awarded the 2024 Serjeant of the Inn Award for significant contributions to the legal profession and community.

Served on the State Bar of Texas's Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and Professionalism Committee.

As the Republican candidate for Place 9 on the Texas Fifth District Court of Appeals, received over 186,000 votes in the Republican Primary.

Endorsed by the Texans for Lawsuit Reform PAC.

Endorsed by the Texas Legal Reform Political Action Committee.

Lost in the primary election for the position of justice of the peace.

- As a partner at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons L.L.P. for 4 years, Kolodoski manages key client relationships, pursues new clients, mentors junior lawyers, oversees certain areas of legal practice, and provides legal counsel and representation to clients.
- As a litigation attorney, Kolodoski researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and represented clients in state and federal courts in Texas, focusing on civil litigation and appellate matters.
- As an attorney at Mackoy Hernandez & Qualls, LLP for 1 year, Kolodoski researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.

Believes Texas judges, especially on intermediate appellate courts, make "critical decisions" impacting families and freedoms.

Promises to provide a "fair judicial system to everyone who comes before the Fifth Court of Appeals."

Supports transparency in campaign contributions and adheres to state laws regulating individual and PAC contributions.

The candidate's website says, "The candidate cannot accept more than $52,500 from all General-Purpose PACs. Corporate and foreign contributions are not accepted. State law mandates disclosure of contributor information for donations of $100.01 or more."

Active in numerous professional and community organizations.

Matthew J. Kolodoski is a native Texan who grew up in Frisco, Texas. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Houston and earned his law degree from SMU Dedman School of Law. Matthew is happily married with a young son.

Matthew J. Kolodoski is a partner in the Dallas office of a national litigation firm. He previously served as a law clerk for the Honorable Irma C. Ramirez on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas.

As of September 12, 2024, Matthew J. Kolodoski’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- In Texas, appeals from district and county courts, except death penalty cases, go to one of 14 intermediate courts of appeal.
- There are a total of 80 appellate court seats, distributed variably among the courts based on population across the 14 districts.
- Courts with more than three justices decide cases in rotating panels of three.
- Justices are elected in partisan elections for six-year terms.
- The yearly salary for a Court of Appeals justice in Texas is between $192,500 and $255,050 based on the total number of years they have served.

Hears appeals on orders and decisions made by lower trial courts.