Matt Gamboa-Lutz
Associate
Matthew Gamboa-Lutz uses his passion for land development to help state agencies, municipalities, and energy companies acquire the property necessary to build critical infrastructure projects such as highways, pipelines, and power lines through eminent domain.
Matt guides clients through all phases of land acquisition and makes sure they understand the process, which can involve negotiation or civil litigation. Prior to joining Phelps, Matt worked for the Texas Attorney General’s Office in the Transportation Division.
Experience
- Helped state agency secure right-of-way acquisition for several large-scale roadway projects.
- Represented state agency in negotiations, special commissioners’ hearings, and civil proceedings to ensure timely and efficient right-of-way acquisition.
- Defended state agency against plaintiffs alleging violation of NEPA and APA to ensure reconstruction of a major interstate proceeded.